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Nelson, WI (54756): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 403 WI DNR records · Buffalo County

121 ftmedian well depth
100 ft–155 fttypical depth range
70 ftmedian static water level
14 gpmmedian yield (210 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Nelson (54756), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around Nelson (54756) is 121 ft, based on 222 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 100 ft and 155 ft; 90% are shallower than 296 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Nelson (54756)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 121 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,025–$7,865; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $7,260–$12,100. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Nelson (54756)?

The median static water level is 70 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 45 ft–95 ft), from 210 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 5 50–100 ft 47 100–150 ft 110 150–200 ft 28 200–300 ft 9 300–400 ft 4 400–600 ft 15 600+ ft 4
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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.