Andrews Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
6 grains per gallon
Source
mixed
pH Level
7.6
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.002 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
215.9 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.27
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 Andrews, your appliances are currently losing 14% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Andrews | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 6.2 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -27% |
| Washing Machine | 9.8 yrs | 12 yrs | -18% |
| Water Heater | 11.5 yrs | 15 yrs | -23% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Andrews compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Andrews, Texas | 102.5 mg/L | 5.2 ppt | 🟡 Moderately Hard | mixed |
| West Odessa, Texas | 331 mg/L | 10.1 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Odessa, Texas | 238 mg/L | 8.1 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Midland, Texas | 433.5 mg/L | 12.2 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Hobbs, New Mexico | 391.5 mg/L | 3.9 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | groundwater |
National Benchmark
How Andrews compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Andrews | 102.5 mg/L | 🟡 Low |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Andrews's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Andrews, Texas, in Andrews County — the Andrews County seat adjacent to Hobbs NM and Midland TX in the west Texas Permian Basin — receives its water from the Andrews Water System, drawing from the Ogallala Aquifer and local groundwater (Andrews County) through the west Texas distribution.
The moderately hard 102.5 mg/L hardness and TDS of 215.9 mg/L are softer than many other Permian Basin communities (Levelland: 247.5 mg/L) — reflecting the Andrews County position drawing from the shallower, less mineralized Ogallala Formation caliche aquifer with less Permian evaporitic concentration than the deeper draws farther south. The Andrews County aquifer — Quaternary Ogallala Formation caliche (calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Permian Artesia Group (slightly evaporitic — minor TDS contributor), and Quaternary alluvial fan deposits (slightly calcareous).
At 102.5 mg/L, Andrews' water is moderately hard — light scale forms slowly in appliances, dishwashers benefit from rinse aid, and faucet aerators need occasional cleaning. Semi-annual descaling is appropriate. The PFAS level of 5.2 ppt warrants a certified drinking water filter — Reese Air Force Base (Lubbock County — former AFFF) and the west Texas Permian Basin industrial corridor contribute to Andrews' readings.
Geology & Source: Andrews in Andrews County draws from the Andrews Water System on the Ogallala Aquifer and local groundwater (Andrews County, west Texas Permian Basin) — the Ogallala at Andrews County is developed in Quaternary caliche calcareous formations, overlying Permian evaporitic redbeds — Texas Andrews County Permian Basin Ogallala-Permian calcareous-evaporitic aquifer produces moderately hard water at 102.5 mg/L with TDS 215.9 mg/L.