Modena Park Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~120–179 mg/L
Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
reservoir
pH Level
7.6
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.002 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
173.4 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.40
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 Modena Park, your appliances are currently losing 20% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Modena Park | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 6.8 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -20% |
| Washing Machine | 9.6 yrs | 12 yrs | -20% |
| Water Heater | 12 yrs | 15 yrs | -20% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Modena Park compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Modena Park, Pennsylvania | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 5.2 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Parkwood Manor, Pennsylvania | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 7.9 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Torresdale, Pennsylvania | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 8.9 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Bustleton, Pennsylvania | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 9.5 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Bensalem, Pennsylvania | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 9.7 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
National Benchmark
How Modena Park compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Modena Park | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| USA National Avg | 151 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Scarsdale Top Rated | 0.02 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Modena Park's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
No specific water utility data is available for Modena Park, Pennsylvania. Extensive searches for a local water department, Consumer Confidence Reports, and EPA SDWIS records yielded no results. It's possible Modena Park isn't an incorporated municipality with its own water system, or it might receive its supply from a larger regional provider. The area could also be too small to maintain a public online presence for water quality information. To get details, residents should reach out directly to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection or the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Information System, providing specific service area or water system identification.
Modena Park likely draws water from the Schuylkill River, a source that drains the Wissahickon Formation and the Chickies Formation. The Wissahickon Formation, dating back to the Precambrian era, is characterized by insoluble rock types. In contrast, the Chickies Formation, from the Cambrian period, contains calcareous materials. This geological mix contributes to the water being moderately hard, with measurable total dissolved solids contributing to its mineral content.
Residents in areas with moderately hard water, like Modena Park may experience a buildup of scale in appliances such as coffee makers and water heaters over time. Soap and detergent may not lather as readily, requiring slightly more product for cleaning tasks. While not a health concern, this mineral content can affect the lifespan of plumbing fixtures and appliances. Considering a water softener could help mitigate these effects and improve the efficiency of cleaning products. For precise information, contacting the Pennsylvania DEP or EPA is recommended.
Geology & Source: Wissahickon Formation (insoluble) and Chickies Formation (calcareous); moderately hard water
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for Modena Park 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.