Water in the Lower Saucon Authority’s system tends to be very much on the soft side. Regarding measurements, it is typically around 18 mg/l or 1 grain/gallon. Local groundwater (well water) tends to be much harder, but our water is not sourced locally, and is much softer.
| Classification | mg/l or ppm | grains/gal |
|---|---|---|
| Soft | 0 – 17.1 | 0 – 1.0 |
| Slightly Hard | 17.1 – 60 | 1.0 – 3.5 |
| Moderately Hard | 60 – 120 | 3.5 – 7.0 |
| Hard | 120 – 180 | 70.0 – 10.5 |
| Very Hard | 180 & Over | 10.5 & Over |