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Hawthorne, WI (54842): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 270 WI DNR records · Douglas County

160 ftmedian well depth
95 ft–230 fttypical depth range
18 ftmedian static water level
10 gpmmedian yield (171 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Hawthorne (54842), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around Hawthorne (54842) is 160 ft, based on 173 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 95 ft and 230 ft; 90% are shallower than 270 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Hawthorne (54842)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 160 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $4,000–$10,400; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $9,600–$16,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Hawthorne (54842)?

The median static water level is 18 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 12 ft–25 ft), from 172 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 4 50–100 ft 42 100–150 ft 32 150–200 ft 32 200–300 ft 50 300–400 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.