Cavan vs Dry Creek

Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Cavan, SA

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

Dry Creek, SA

Quality Score

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Cavan scores 9.0/10 and Dry Creek scores 9.0/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

HardnesspHFluorideChlorineTurbidity
Cavan, SA
Dry Creek, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Cavan

111 Higher

Dry Creek

104 Lower

pH Level

Cavan

0.05 Outside range

Dry Creek

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Cavan

0.7 Higher

Dry Creek

0.44 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Cavan

0.4 Higher

Dry Creek

0.3 Lower

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter Cavan Dry Creek Unit ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity 66 Measured 63 Measured mg/L No limit
Aluminium 0.032 Good 0.03 Good mg/L < 0.2
Calcium 22.4 Measured 21.3 Measured mg/L No limit
Chloride 94 Good 92 Good mg/L < 250
Colour 1 Good 1 Good HU < 15
Copper 0.0064 Good 0.0127 Good mg/L < 2
E. coli 0 Compliant 0 Compliant cfu/100mL < 0
Fluoride 0.7 Good 0.44 Good mg/L < 1.5
Free Chlorine 0.4 Good 0.3 Good mg/L < 5
Hardness 111 Good 104 Good PPM or mg/L < 200
Iron 0.007 Good 0.0119 Good mg/L < 0.3
Lead 0.0005 Good 0.0004 Good mg/L < 0.01
Magnesium 13.41 Measured 12.42 Measured mg/L No limit
Manganese 0.0008 Good 0.0012 Good mg/L < 0.1
Nitrate 0.84 Good 0.42 Good mg/L < 50
pH 0.05 Outside range 0.05 Outside range µg/L 6.5 – 8.5
Sodium 59.4 Good 57.3 Good mg/L < 180
Sulfate 48.7 Good 40.3 Good mg/L < 500
Total Chlorine 0.5 Good 0.4 Good mg/L < 5
Total Dissolved Solids 340 Good 294 Good mg/L < 600
Turbidity 0.1 Good 0.1 Good NTU < 5

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Disclaimer: This comparison is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional guidance. Data is sourced from SA Water. Values shown are based on the most recent published water quality reports and may not reflect real-time conditions at your tap. Water quality can vary due to local plumbing, seasonal changes, and other factors. For specific health concerns, consult a qualified health professional or contact your local water utility. See our Terms of Use.