Finneytown Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
12.7 grains per gallon
Source
river
pH Level
8.4
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.007 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
518.2 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.58
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 Finneytown, your appliances are currently losing 29% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Finneytown | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 2.4 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -72% |
| Washing Machine | 5.6 yrs | 12 yrs | -53% |
| Water Heater | 6.9 yrs | 15 yrs | -54% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Finneytown compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Finneytown, Ohio | 217.5 mg/L | 8.5 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Cincinnati, Ohio | 196.5 mg/L | 7.7 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Norwood, Ohio | 255.5 mg/L | 10.1 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| White Oak, Ohio | 128 mg/L | 4.9 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Forest Park, Ohio | 243.5 mg/L | 9.6 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
National Benchmark
How Finneytown compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Finneytown | 217.5 mg/L | 🔴 High |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Finneytown's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Finneytown, Ohio, in Hamilton County — a Hamilton County unincorporated community adjacent to Cincinnati and Springdale in southwest Ohio — receives its water from the Greater Cincinnati Water Works, drawing from the Ohio River (Hamilton County) through the southwest Ohio distribution.
The very hard 217.5 mg/L hardness and TDS of 518.2 mg/L reflect the southwest Ohio Hamilton County Ohio River supply's very hard calcareous character — the Ordovician Cincinnatian Series limestone and Silurian Niagaran Dolomite produce very hard calcareous water typical of the Cincinnati metro communities (compare Bellefontaine OH: 253/670; Clayton OH: 206.5/475; Finneytown comparable from the Hamilton County Ohio River draw). The Ohio River at Hamilton County — Ordovician Cincinnatian Series limestone (calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic — secondary contributor), and Quaternary Ohio River alluvium (calcareous — TDS contributor).
At 217.5 mg/L with TDS 518, Finneytown's water is very hard. A water softener is strongly recommended to prevent rapid scale buildup. A reverse osmosis system is advisable for drinking water. The PFAS level of 8.5 ppt warrants a certified drinking water filter — the Hamilton County southwest Ohio industrial corridor contribute to Finneytown's elevated readings.
Geology & Source: Finneytown in Hamilton County draws from the Greater Cincinnati Water Works on the Ohio River (Hamilton County, southwest Ohio) — the Ohio River at Hamilton County drains the Appalachian Plateau (Ordovician Cincinnatian Series limestone — calcareous) and Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic) — Ohio Hamilton County Ohio River Ordovician-Silurian calcareous supply produces very hard water at 217.5 mg/L with TDS 518.2 mg/L.