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South Milwaukee, WI (53172): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 140 WI DNR records · Milwaukee County

191 ftmedian well depth
151 ft–223 fttypical depth range
50 ftmedian static water level
17 gpmmedian yield (9 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around South Milwaukee (53172), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around South Milwaukee (53172) is 191 ft, based on 10 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 151 ft and 223 ft; 90% are shallower than 547 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around South Milwaukee (53172)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 191 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $4,775–$12,415; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $11,460–$19,100. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around South Milwaukee (53172)?

The median static water level is 50 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 35 ft–61 ft), from 9 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 0 50–100 ft 0 100–150 ft 3 150–200 ft 3 200–300 ft 2 300–400 ft 0 400–600 ft 1 600+ ft 1
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Method: medians computed from WI DNR records (drilled water wells (well-construction reports) — geothermal loop/heat-exchange, anode, test and dry holes excluded; depths 0–5,000 ft), grouped by ZIP from the recorded address. Cost estimate applies published per-foot ranges to the local median depth — full methodology & sources.