Heath Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
8.5 grains per gallon
Source
groundwater
pH Level
8
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.009 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
663.1 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.39
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 Heath, your appliances are currently losing 19% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Heath | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 4.8 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -44% |
| Washing Machine | 8.2 yrs | 12 yrs | -32% |
| Water Heater | 9.8 yrs | 15 yrs | -35% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Heath compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Heath, Ohio | 145 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | groundwater |
| Newark, Ohio | 118 mg/L | 9.5 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | river |
| Pataskala, Ohio | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 5.6 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Pickerington, Ohio | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | groundwater |
| Lancaster, Ohio | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | groundwater |
National Benchmark
How Heath compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Heath | 145 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| USA National Avg | 151 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Scarsdale Top Rated | 0.02 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Heath's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
The City of Heath Division of Water Quality draws its drinking water from underground aquifers beneath Franklin County in central Ohio. Water is pumped from these Heath aquifers to the Water Treatment Facility at 70 Dorsey Mill Road for processing. This groundwater-based system has a history of quality, with Heath's drinking water even earning the title of best in Ohio back in 1994. The utility's source water assessment report offers more detailed insights into its quality and treatment methods.
The aquifer system supplying Heath is nestled within the sedimentary rock formations characteristic of central Ohio's subsurface. As groundwater naturally filters through these layers, it picks up dissolved minerals, particularly calcium and magnesium. This geological makeup, common in Ohio's bedrock which often includes limestone and dolomite-rich formations, results in a naturally hard water supply before treatment.
While Heath's treated water is softened, making home water softeners likely unnecessary for most, residents might still notice some mineral buildup on fixtures and a slight reduction in soap's lathering ability. Appliances like water heaters and dishwashers could experience gradual mineral accumulation over time, though the treatment significantly lessens the harsh effects of untreated hard water. Regular maintenance and occasional descaling of appliances are still good practices. For more information, residents can contact the Water Treatment Plant at (740) 522-1677.
Geology & Source: Central Ohio sedimentary rock formations; limestone and dolomite-rich bedrock produce hard water
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for Heath 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.