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Amherst, WI (54406): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 1,018 WI DNR records · Portage County

102 ftmedian well depth
77 ft–135 fttypical depth range
57 ftmedian static water level
15 gpmmedian yield (639 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Amherst (54406), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around Amherst (54406) is 102 ft, based on 711 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 77 ft and 135 ft; 90% are shallower than 160 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Amherst (54406)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 102 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,550–$6,630; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $6,120–$10,200. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Amherst (54406)?

The median static water level is 57 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 34 ft–83 ft), from 666 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 39 50–100 ft 303 100–150 ft 265 150–200 ft 90 200–300 ft 11 300–400 ft 2 400–600 ft 1 600+ 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.