Freeport Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
20.7 grains per gallon
Source
mixed
pH Level
8.5
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.007 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
1038.5 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
$0.95
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 Freeport, your appliances are currently losing 45% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Freeport | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 1.5 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -82% |
| Washing Machine | 3 yrs | 12 yrs | -75% |
| Water Heater | 5 yrs | 15 yrs | -67% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Freeport compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | PFAS (ppt) | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Freeport, Texas | 355 mg/L | 10.6 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Clute, Texas | 373.5 mg/L | 11 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Lake Jackson, Texas | 265 mg/L | 8.7 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Angleton, Texas | 233.5 mg/L | 8 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Alvin, Texas | 194 mg/L | 7.2 ppt | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Freeport compares to the USA average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Freeport | 355 mg/L | 🔴 High |
| USA National Avg | 150 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Badger Top Rated | 8.5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Freeport's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Freeport, Texas, in Brazoria County — a Brazoria County city adjacent to Clute and Lake Jackson on the Brazos River delta at the Gulf Coast in southeast Texas — receives its water from the City of Freeport Water, drawing from the Brazos River (Brazoria County) through the southeast Texas distribution.
The extremely hard 355 mg/L hardness and very high TDS of 1038.5 mg/L reflect the southeast Texas Brazoria County Brazos River delta supply's extremely hard calcareous character — the Quaternary Gulf Coast alluvium calcareous and Eocene Wilcox Group slightly calcareous produce extremely hard water at the Brazos delta where tidal and alluvial calcareous concentration is severe (compare Pasadena TX: 347/1014 in Harris County comparable; Freeport essentially the same extreme Gulf Coast Texas hardness tier). The Brazos River at Brazoria County — Quaternary Gulf Coast alluvium (calcareous — primary hardness contributor), Eocene Wilcox Group (slightly calcareous — secondary contributor), and tidal saline intrusion (chloride — TDS contributor).
At 355 mg/L with TDS 1039, Freeport's water is extremely hard. A water softener is essential to prevent severe scale damage. A reverse osmosis system is required for drinking water. The PFAS level of 10.6 ppt is high — a certified drinking water filter is strongly recommended — the Brazoria County southeast Texas petrochemical and industrial corridor contribute to Freeport's very elevated readings.
Geology & Source: Freeport in Brazoria County is served by City of Freeport Water drawing from the Brazos River — the Brazos watershed drains Quaternary Gulf Coast alluvium (calcareous) and Eocene Wilcox Group (slightly calcareous) — TX Brazoria County Brazos River Gulf Coast calcareous supply produces extremely hard water at 355 mg/L with TDS 1038.5 mg/L.