Heath Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
14.7 grains per gallon
Source
river
pH Level
8.5
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.009 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
663.1 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.67
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 Heath, your appliances are currently losing 34% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Heath | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 1.5 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -82% |
| Washing Machine | 4.3 yrs | 12 yrs | -64% |
| Water Heater | 5.5 yrs | 15 yrs | -63% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Heath compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Heath, Ohio | 251.5 mg/L | 9.9 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Newark, Ohio | 218 mg/L | 8.6 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Pataskala, Ohio | 152 mg/L | 5.9 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Pickerington, Ohio | 170.5 mg/L | 6.7 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Lancaster, Ohio | 182 mg/L | 7.1 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
National Benchmark
How Heath compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Heath | 251.5 mg/L | 🔴 High |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Heath's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Heath, Ohio, in Licking County — a Licking County city adjacent to Newark and Granville on the Licking River in central Ohio — receives its water from the City of Heath Water Department, drawing from the Licking River through the central Ohio distribution.
The very hard 251.5 mg/L hardness and high TDS of 663.1 mg/L reflect the Licking County supply's very hard calcareous character — the Devonian Columbus Limestone and Mississippian Black Hand Sandstone are highly calcareous-slightly calcareous formations in the central Ohio limestone plateau; the Licking River acquires substantial dissolved mineral content from its extensive Ohio Devonian limestone drainage (compare Newark OH: 247/651 in Licking County comparable; Granville OH: 255/675 in Licking County comparable; Heath consistent very hard from the same Licking County Licking River Devonian calcareous supply). The Licking watershed — Devonian Columbus Limestone (highly calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Mississippian Black Hand Sandstone (slightly calcareous — secondary contributor), and Quaternary Licking River alluvium (calcareous — TDS contributor).
At 251.5 mg/L with TDS 663, Heath's water is very hard — a water softener is strongly recommended to protect plumbing and appliances. The PFAS level of 9.9 ppt is very elevated — a certified filter with PFAS removal is strongly recommended. Review the City of Heath's annual water quality report.
Geology & Source: Heath in Licking County draws from the Heath Water on the Licking River supply (Licking County, central Ohio) — the Licking watershed at central Ohio draws from Mississippian Black Hand Sandstone (slightly calcareous) and Devonian Columbus Limestone (highly calcareous) — Ohio Licking County Licking River Devonian calcareous supply produces very hard water at 251.5 mg/L with TDS 663.1 mg/L.