New Baltimore Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
7.7 grains per gallon
Source
river
pH Level
7.8
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.003 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
245.4 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.35
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 New Baltimore, your appliances are currently losing 18% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In New Baltimore | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 5.3 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -38% |
| Washing Machine | 8.7 yrs | 12 yrs | -28% |
| Water Heater | 10.3 yrs | 15 yrs | -31% |
Regional Water Comparison
How New Baltimore compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ New Baltimore, Michigan | 131.5 mg/L | 7.7 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Mount Clemens, Michigan | 84.5 mg/L | 5.3 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | river |
| Clinton Township, Michigan | 214 mg/L | 11.9 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Saint Clair Shores, Michigan | 123 mg/L | 7.2 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Fraser, Michigan | 153 mg/L | 8.8 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
National Benchmark
How New Baltimore compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ New Baltimore | 131.5 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes New Baltimore's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
New Baltimore, Michigan, in Macomb County — a Macomb County city adjacent to Chesterfield and Mount Clemens on Lake Huron in southeast Michigan — receives its water from the Macomb County Water system, drawing from Lake Huron or the Clinton River (Macomb County) through the southeast Michigan distribution.
The hard 131.5 mg/L hardness and TDS of 245.4 mg/L reflect the southeast Michigan Macomb County Lake Huron supply's hard dolomitic character — softer than the Detroit Water Wayne County communities (Woodhaven MI: 248/667) because New Baltimore's Macomb County Lake Huron supply at the northern end has more insoluble Precambrian dilution than the Detroit River draw. The Lake Huron at Macomb County — Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic — primary hardness contributor), Devonian Detroit River Formation (calcareous — secondary contributor), and Quaternary Lake Huron glacial drift (calcareous — minor TDS).
At 131.5 mg/L with TDS 245, New Baltimore's water is hard — scale builds in kettles and appliances over months, dishwashers benefit from rinse aid, and faucet aerators need periodic cleaning. Quarterly descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 7.7 ppt warrants a certified drinking water filter — the Macomb County southeast Michigan automotive and industrial corridor contribute to New Baltimore's elevated readings.
Geology & Source: New Baltimore in Macomb County draws from the Macomb County Water on the Lake Huron or Clinton River (Macomb County, southeast Michigan) — Lake Huron at Macomb County is developed in Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic) and Devonian Detroit River Formation (calcareous) — Michigan Macomb County Lake Huron Silurian-Devonian dolomitic supply produces hard water at 131.5 mg/L with TDS 245.4 mg/L.