Cowell vs Midgee

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Cowell vs Midgee
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Midgee, SA

8.7

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Cowell scores 8.7/10 and Midgee scores 8.7/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Cowell, SA

Midgee, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Cowell

275 Same

Midgee

275 Same

pH Level

Cowell

0.05 Outside range

Midgee

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Cowell

0.5 Same

Midgee

0.5 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Cowell

1.1 Same

Midgee

1.1 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Cowell	Midgee	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	231 Measured	231 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.003 Good	0.003 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	73.1 Measured	73.1 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	150 Good	150 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0094 Good	0.0094 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.5 Good	0.5 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	1.1 Good	1.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	275 Exceeds	275 Exceeds	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.001 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0004 Good	0.0004 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	22.4 Measured	22.4 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0001 Good	0.0001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	15 Good	15 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	0.05 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	µg/L	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	92.8 Good	92.8 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	25.6 Good	25.6 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	1.1 Good	1.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	560 Near limit	560 Near limit	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.