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Waunakee, WI (53597): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 741 WI DNR records · Dane County

157 ftmedian well depth
122 ft–222 fttypical depth range
30 ftmedian static water level
20 gpmmedian yield (230 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Waunakee (53597), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around Waunakee (53597) is 157 ft, based on 244 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 122 ft and 222 ft; 90% are shallower than 263 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Waunakee (53597)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 157 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,925–$10,205; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $9,420–$15,700. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Waunakee (53597)?

The median static water level is 30 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 14 ft–63 ft), from 239 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 1 50–100 ft 25 100–150 ft 85 150–200 ft 48 200–300 ft 72 300–400 ft 13 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 0
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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.