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Reno, NV (89501): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 101 NDWR records · Washoe County

53 ftmedian well depth
35 ft–65 fttypical depth range
35 ftmedian static water level
3 gpmmedian yield (9 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Reno (89501), Nevada?

The median drilled well depth in and around Reno (89501) is 53 ft, based on 92 wells with recorded depths in the state NDWR database. Half fall between 35 ft and 65 ft; 90% are shallower than 162 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Reno (89501)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 53 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,325–$3,445; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $3,180–$5,300. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Reno (89501)?

The median static water level is 35 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 24 ft–40 ft), from 76 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 44 50–100 ft 35 100–150 ft 3 150–200 ft 1 200–300 ft 2 300–400 ft 5 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 2
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Method: medians computed from NDWR records (filed well driller reports from the Nevada Division of Water Resources; 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.