Monfort Heights Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
9.8 grains per gallon
Source
river
pH Level
8
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.004 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
339.8 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.45
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 Monfort Heights, your appliances are currently losing 22% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Monfort Heights | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 4 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -53% |
| Washing Machine | 7.4 yrs | 12 yrs | -38% |
| Water Heater | 8.9 yrs | 15 yrs | -41% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Monfort Heights compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Monfort Heights, Ohio | 168.5 mg/L | 6.6 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| White Oak, Ohio | 128 mg/L | 4.9 ppt | 🟠 Hard | river |
| Bridgetown, Ohio | 254 mg/L | 10 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
| Dent, Ohio | 119.5 mg/L | 4.6 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | river |
| Northbrook, Ohio | 251 mg/L | 9.9 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | river |
National Benchmark
How Monfort Heights compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Monfort Heights | 168.5 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Monfort Heights's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Monfort Heights, Ohio, in Hamilton County — a Hamilton County unincorporated community adjacent to Cincinnati and North College Hill in southwest Ohio — receives its water from the Greater Cincinnati Water Works, drawing from the Ohio River through the southwest Ohio metropolitan distribution.
The hard 168.5 mg/L hardness and TDS of 339.8 mg/L reflect the Hamilton County Ohio River supply's hard calcareous character — the Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone is the defining geological formation of the Cincinnati Arch region, producing the characteristic moderately hard water of southwest Ohio (compare North College Hill OH: 165/334 in Hamilton County comparable; Cincinnati OH: 170/344 in Hamilton County comparable; Monfort Heights consistent hard from the same Hamilton County Ohio River Ordovician-Silurian calcareous supply). The Ohio River at Hamilton County — Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone (calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic — secondary contributor), and Quaternary Ohio River alluvium (calcareous — TDS contributor).
At 168.5 mg/L with TDS 340, Monfort Heights' water is hard — scale builds in appliances and faucets over months. Quarterly descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 6.6 ppt warrants a certified drinking water filter — the Hamilton County southwest Ohio industrial legacy and Ohio River corridor contribute to Monfort Heights' elevated PFAS readings. Review Greater Cincinnati Water Works' annual water quality report.
Geology & Source: Monfort Heights 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 Ordovician Cincinnatian limestone (calcareous) and Silurian Niagaran Dolomite (highly dolomitic) — Ohio Hamilton County Ohio River Ordovician-Silurian calcareous supply produces hard water at 168.5 mg/L with TDS 339.8 mg/L.