Cuyahoga Falls Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~120–179 mg/L
Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
groundwater
pH Level
8
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.007 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
532.5 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.40
energy & soap waste
Source: See methodology section below · 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 Cuyahoga Falls, your appliances are currently losing 20% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Cuyahoga Falls | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 6.8 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -20% |
| Washing Machine | 9.6 yrs | 12 yrs | -20% |
| Water Heater | 12 yrs | 15 yrs | -20% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Cuyahoga Falls compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | groundwater |
| Stow, Ohio | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Tallmadge, Ohio | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Akron, Ohio | ≈ 60–120 mg/L | 6.2 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | groundwater |
| Hudson, Ohio | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | groundwater |
National Benchmark
How Cuyahoga Falls compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Cuyahoga Falls | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| USA National Avg | 151 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Scarsdale Top Rated | 0.02 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Cuyahoga Falls's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
The City of Cuyahoga Falls Water Division operates the municipal water system, serving approximately 55,000 residents across Cuyahoga Falls, Munroe Falls, and Silver Lake in Summit County, Ohio. Water is sourced from 18 drilled wells located in Water Works Park on the south bank of the Cuyahoga River. Treatment includes ionic exchange, pre-oxidation with chlorine, and chlorine disinfection. Annual Consumer Confidence Reports are available, with service contact at 330-971-8133, 2550 Bailey Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221.
The supply originates from aquifers in the glaciated terrain of the Cuyahoga River watershed, part of the broader Lake Erie basin drainage. Underlying geology consists of Pennsylvanian-age Pottsville Formation sandstones and conglomerates interbedded with shales, overlain by carbonate-rich glacial drift. Limestone fragments in the overburden and dolomitic horizons within the bedrock dissolve over prolonged aquifer residence times, contributing elevated calcium and magnesium and yielding a characteristically hard groundwater supply.
At hard levels, scale buildup is prominent in water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines, with spotting on glassware and fixtures. Reduced soap lathering and dry skin are common. Regular deliming of appliances and vinegar rinses help mitigate deposits; a water softener is recommended to prevent long-term damage and extend equipment life. Recent analyses note contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines; the 2024 Water Quality Report details lead and copper compliance, with groundwater sources generally low in surface-derived PFAS, though monitoring continues. Treatment includes chlorine disinfection and ionic exchange for hardness management.
Geology & Source: 18 wells in Water Works Park tap glacial drift and Pennsylvanian Pottsville Formation sandstones on the glaciated Appalachian Plateau; carbonate-rich glacial overburden and dolomitic bedrock horizons dissolve to yield elevated calcium and magnesium
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for Cuyahoga Falls is derived from geographic and geological modelling of the surrounding region. No federal monitoring station data was available for this location.
Water Hardness
Modelled estimate based on state-level USGS geological survey data for this region. No direct USGS Water Quality Portal measurement was matched to this city — the value reflects a statistical range calibrated to the state's dominant rock types and typical source water characteristics.
pH
Estimated from regional geology and source water characteristics. pH is correlated with water hardness and local bedrock — values may differ from utility-reported figures.
TDS — Total Dissolved Solids
Estimated using a derived ratio from water hardness and regional conductance profiles. TDS in natural water correlates strongly with total mineral content including hardness ions.
PFAS — Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
EPA UCMR5 (5th Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 2023–2025) — sum of PFAS compounds detected at the public water system serving this city. A value of 0 indicates the system was sampled with no detection above reporting limits.
Lead
Modelled estimate based on the EPA Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile tap-sample methodology. No publicly available per-city lead dataset with sufficient national coverage exists. Values are a conservative baseline derived from city population tier and infrastructure age — all estimates are maintained below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L.
Appliance Lifespan
Calculated from water hardness using a linear degradation model. Baseline lifespans represent soft-water performance (kettle: 8.5 yrs, washing machine: 12.0 yrs, water heater: 15.0 yrs). Hard water mineral scale progressively reduces operational life in direct proportion to hardness concentration.