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Madison, WI (53717): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 654 WI DNR records · Dane County

316 ftmedian well depth
278 ft–340 fttypical depth range
123 ftmedian static water level
20 gpmmedian yield (424 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Madison (53717), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around Madison (53717) is 316 ft, based on 429 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 278 ft and 340 ft; 90% are shallower than 373 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Madison (53717)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 316 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $7,900–$20,540; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $18,960–$31,600. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Madison (53717)?

The median static water level is 123 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 97 ft–141 ft), from 428 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 0 50–100 ft 1 100–150 ft 2 150–200 ft 13 200–300 ft 134 300–400 ft 261 400–600 ft 17 600+ 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.