Gurra Gurra vs Katarapko

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Gurra Gurra vs Katarapko
Creator: WaterScore
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Katarapko, SA

9.0

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

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

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Chlorine in Gurra Gurra is 1.1 mg/L — that's high. It's why your tap water smells like a pool.

Chlorine is added on purpose (kills bugs in the pipes), but by the time it reaches your tap it ruins everything you taste. Tea takes on a medicinal edge. Kids turn down water and drink juice or soft drink instead. The usual family fix is bottled water, but a simple carbon filter is the cleaner daily habit. Worse, many filter pitchers go in the fridge and get ignored because they're slow.

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Visual comparison

Gurra Gurra, SA

Katarapko, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Gurra Gurra

68 Same

Katarapko

68 Same

pH Level

Gurra Gurra

0.05 Outside range

Katarapko

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Gurra Gurra

0.7 Same

Katarapko

0.7 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Gurra Gurra

1.1 Same

Katarapko

1.1 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Gurra Gurra	Katarapko	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	53 Measured	53 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.016 Good	0.016 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	12.7 Measured	12.7 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	57 Good	57 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0055 Good	0.0055 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.7 Good	0.7 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	1.1 Good	1.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	68 Good	68 Good	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0077 Good	0.0077 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0002 Good	0.0002 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	8.82 Measured	8.82 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0019 Good	0.0019 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	0.54 Good	0.54 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	0.05 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	µg/L	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	41.7 Good	41.7 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	39.5 Good	39.5 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	1.3 Good	1.3 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	219 Good	219 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.