Richmond Hill Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
5.6 grains per gallon
Source
reservoir
pH Level
7.6
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.003 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
169.9 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.26
energy & soap waste
Source: USGS Water Quality Portal · Updated 2026
0–60
mg/L
Soft
61–120
mg/L
Moderately Hard
121–180
mg/L
Hard
180+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Richmond Hill, your appliances are currently losing 13% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Richmond Hill | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 6.4 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -25% |
| Washing Machine | 10 yrs | 12 yrs | -17% |
| Water Heater | 11.8 yrs | 15 yrs | -21% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Richmond Hill compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Richmond Hill, Georgia | 96 mg/L | 4.9 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
| Georgetown, Georgia | 139 mg/L | 8.1 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Pooler, Georgia | 119.5 mg/L | 6.7 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
| Savannah, Georgia | 102.5 mg/L | 5.4 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
| Hinesville, Georgia | 96 mg/L | 4.8 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | reservoir |
National Benchmark
How Richmond Hill compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Richmond Hill | 96 mg/L | 🟡 Low |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Richmond Hill's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Richmond Hill, Georgia, in Bryan County — a Bryan County city adjacent to Savannah and Pembroke on the Ogeechee River south of Savannah in southeast Georgia — receives its water from the City of Richmond Hill Water system or Bryan County Water district, drawing from the Ogeechee River through the southeast Georgia distribution.
The moderately soft 96 mg/L hardness and TDS of 169.9 mg/L reflect the Bryan County Ogeechee supply's soft Coastal Plain character — the Cretaceous Tuscaloosa Formation is predominantly insoluble kaolinitic sand and gravel, while the Tertiary Barnwell Formation adds only minor calcareous shell material (compare Pembroke GA: 93/164 in Bryan County comparable; Savannah GA: 98/175 in Chatham County comparable; Richmond Hill consistent moderate from the same Bryan County Ogeechee River Cretaceous-Tertiary Coastal Plain supply). The Ogeechee watershed at Bryan County — Cretaceous Tuscaloosa Formation (insoluble — dilutant), Tertiary Barnwell Formation (slightly calcareous — primary hardness contributor), and Holocene Coastal Plain alluvium (slightly calcareous — minor TDS).
At 96 mg/L with TDS 170, Richmond Hill's water is moderately soft — minimal scale buildup, appliances last well with standard care. Semi-annual descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 4.9 ppt is moderate — a certified drinking water filter provides added protection. Review the utility's annual water quality report for the latest monitoring data.
Geology & Source: Richmond Hill in Bryan County draws from the Richmond Hill Water on the Ogeechee River (Bryan County, southeast Georgia) — the Ogeechee watershed at Bryan County drains Cretaceous Tuscaloosa Formation (insoluble) and Tertiary Barnwell Formation (slightly calcareous) — Georgia Bryan County Ogeechee River Cretaceous-Tertiary supply produces moderately soft water at 96 mg/L with TDS 169.9 mg/L.