Bucyrus Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
11.5 grains per gallon
Source
river
pH Level
8.2
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.006 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
437.1 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.52
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 Bucyrus, your appliances are currently losing 26% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Bucyrus | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 3.1 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -64% |
| Washing Machine | 6.3 yrs | 12 yrs | -48% |
| Water Heater | 7.7 yrs | 15 yrs | -49% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Bucyrus compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Bucyrus, Ohio | 196.5 mg/L | 7.7 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Galion, Ohio | 136.5 mg/L | 5.3 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Marion, Ohio | 219 mg/L | 8.6 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Tiffin, Ohio | 165 mg/L | 6.4 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Mansfield, Ohio | 208 mg/L | 8.2 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
National Benchmark
How Bucyrus compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Bucyrus | 196.5 mg/L | 🔴 High |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Bucyrus's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Bucyrus, Ohio, in Crawford County — a Crawford County city adjacent to Galion and Crestline in north-central Ohio — receives its water from the City of Bucyrus Water Department, drawing from the Sandusky River through the north-central Ohio distribution.
The hard 196.5 mg/L hardness and TDS of 437.1 mg/L reflect the Crawford County Sandusky supply's hard calcareous character — the Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone and Silurian Niagaran Dolomite are both highly calcareous formations throughout north-central Ohio, and the Sandusky River traverses thick limestone bedrock producing high mineral loading (compare Galion OH: 193/430 in Crawford County comparable; Crestline OH: 199/444 in Crawford County comparable; Bucyrus consistent hard from the same Crawford County Sandusky River Ordovician-Silurian calcareous supply). The Sandusky watershed at Crawford County — Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone (calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic — secondary contributor), and Quaternary glacial till (calcareous — TDS contributor).
At 196.5 mg/L with TDS 437, Bucyrus' water is hard — scale builds notably in water heaters and appliances over months. Quarterly descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 7.7 ppt warrants a certified drinking water filter — the Crawford County north-central Ohio industrial corridor contributes to Bucyrus' elevated PFAS readings. Review the city water department's annual water quality report for the latest data.
Geology & Source: Bucyrus in Crawford County draws from the City of Bucyrus Water on the Sandusky River (Crawford County, north-central Ohio) — the Sandusky watershed drains Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone (calcareous) and Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic) — Ohio Crawford County Sandusky River Ordovician-Silurian calcareous supply produces hard water at 196.5 mg/L with TDS 437.1 mg/L.