Goshen Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
8.1 grains per gallon
Source
river
pH Level
7.8
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.003 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
246.5 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.37
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 Goshen, your appliances are currently losing 18% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Goshen | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 5 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -41% |
| Washing Machine | 8.5 yrs | 12 yrs | -29% |
| Water Heater | 10.1 yrs | 15 yrs | -33% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Goshen compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Goshen, Ohio | 138 mg/L | 5.3 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Loveland, Ohio | 238.5 mg/L | 9.4 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Montgomery, Ohio | 169 mg/L | 6.6 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Mason, Ohio | 113 mg/L | 4.3 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | river |
| Lebanon, Ohio | 193.5 mg/L | 7.6 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
National Benchmark
How Goshen compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Goshen | 138 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Goshen's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Goshen, Ohio, in Clermont County — a Clermont County township adjacent to Milford and Batavia on the East Fork Little Miami River in southwest Ohio — receives its water from the Goshen Township Water Department or Clermont County Water Resources, drawing from the East Fork Little Miami River through the southwest Ohio distribution.
The hard 138 mg/L hardness and TDS of 246.5 mg/L reflect the Clermont County East Fork supply's hard calcareous character — the Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone and Silurian Niagaran Dolomite are both calcareous formations throughout the Cincinnati Arch region of southwest Ohio (compare Milford OH: 135/239 in Clermont County comparable; Batavia OH: 140/253 in Clermont County comparable; Goshen consistent hard from the same Clermont County East Fork Little Miami River Ordovician calcareous supply). The East Fork Little Miami watershed — Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone (calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (slightly dolomitic — secondary contributor), and Quaternary Little Miami alluvium (calcareous — TDS contributor).
At 138 mg/L with TDS 247, Goshen's water is hard — scale builds in appliances and fixtures. Quarterly descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 5.3 ppt is moderate — a certified drinking water filter provides added protection. Review Goshen Township's annual water quality report for the latest monitoring data.
Geology & Source: Goshen in Clermont County draws from the Goshen Township Water on the East Fork Little Miami River (Clermont County, southwest Ohio) — the East Fork watershed drains Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone (calcareous) and Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (slightly dolomitic) — Ohio Clermont County East Fork Little Miami River Ordovician calcareous supply produces hard water at 138 mg/L with TDS 246.5 mg/L.