Cloverleaf Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~120–179 mg/L
Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
mixed
pH Level
7.1
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.007 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
1094 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 Cloverleaf, your appliances are currently losing 20% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Cloverleaf | 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 Cloverleaf compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Cloverleaf, Texas | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 10.8 ppt | 🟠 Hard | mixed |
| Channelview, Texas | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 11.8 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Jacinto City, Texas | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 0 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Galena Park, Texas | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 179.5 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Deer Park, Texas | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 71.1 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
National Benchmark
How Cloverleaf compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Cloverleaf | ≈ 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 Cloverleaf's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Cloverleaf, Texas in Harris County is believed to be served by Harris County FWSD or a municipal utility district (MUD), drawing from a mixed supply blending Lake Houston/Trinity River surface water with Chicot Aquifer groundwater from the Gulf Coastal Plain. No official utility website, Consumer Confidence Report, or EPA SDWIS data was confirmed for Cloverleaf at the time of research. Residents should contact the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) database or their local utility directly for confirmed service area boundaries and current water quality information.
The Chicot Aquifer in east Harris County is part of the Chicot Formation — a Pleistocene-Pliocene-age Gulf Coastal Plain deposit containing groundwater rich in calcium and sulfates, situated near the Gulf Coast saline transition zone. When blended with Lake Houston and Trinity River surface water, this highly mineralized aquifer source produces extremely hard water with extreme TDS levels. The combination of coastal aquifer chemistry and surface water mixing results in one of the most mineral-laden water profiles in the Houston region.
Extremely hard water in Cloverleaf causes severe scale buildup in water heaters, boilers, dishwashers, washing machines, and all plumbing fixtures. Soap and detergent efficiency is significantly reduced, and appliance lifespan is shortened without mitigation. A water softener is strongly recommended for virtually all households to protect appliances and reduce energy costs associated with scale accumulation. Regular descaling of fixtures, kettles, coffee makers, and showerheads is essential. The extreme TDS level also makes a reverse osmosis filter advisable for drinking water taste and quality.
Geology & Source: Harris County; blends Lake Houston/Trinity River surface water with Chicot Aquifer groundwater; Chicot Formation (Pleistocene-Pliocene) calcium-sulfate-rich near Gulf Coast saline transition zone; extremely hard water with extreme TDS
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for Cloverleaf 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.