Crowley Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
~120–179 mg/L
Hardestimated · not lab-verified
Source
reservoir
pH Level
8.5
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.007 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
934.9 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 Crowley, your appliances are currently losing 20% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Crowley | 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 Crowley compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Crowley, Texas | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 11 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Burleson, Texas | ≈ 120–179 mg/L | 32.2 ppt | 🟠 Hard | reservoir |
| Rendon, Texas | ≈ 180+ mg/L | 7.3 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | reservoir |
| Forest Hill, Texas | ≈ 180+ mg/L | 41.1 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | reservoir |
| Benbrook, Texas | ≈ 180+ mg/L | 14.6 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | reservoir |
National Benchmark
How Crowley compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Crowley | ≈ 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 Crowley's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
The City of Crowley Water Utility provides water to over 17,330 residents in Crowley, Texas, a Tarrant County community. This utility purchases all of its treated surface water from the City of Fort Worth. Fort Worth sources its water from various lakes, rivers, and reservoirs found within the Trinity River watershed. The water undergoes treatment at Fort Worth's facilities before being delivered to Crowley's distribution network. Residents can reach the utility's emergency contact at 817-297-2276.
Crowley's water originates from the Trinity River watershed, flowing through geological formations typical of north-central Texas. These Cretaceous and Tertiary formations are composed of limestone, chalk, and clay. These rock layers are rich in calcium and magnesium, which dissolve into the water as it passes through. This natural process results in a hard water supply, a common characteristic for the region.
Homeowners in Crowley may notice scale buildup on faucets and showerheads due to the water's mineral content. You'll likely find that soaps and detergents don't lather as effectively as you might expect. Over time, this hard water can impact the lifespan of appliances like water heaters, dishwashers, and washing machines by causing mineral accumulation. Installing a water softener is a good option for households looking to reduce these effects and improve cleaning performance. The city publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report detailing water quality.
Geology & Source: Cretaceous and Tertiary limestone, chalk, and clay deposits; these mineral-rich layers produce hard water
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for Crowley 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.