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Elko, NV (89801): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 889 NDWR records · Elko County

163 ftmedian well depth
120 ft–230 fttypical depth range
55 ftmedian static water level
30 gpmmedian yield (777 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Elko (89801), Nevada?

The median drilled well depth in and around Elko (89801) is 163 ft, based on 885 wells with recorded depths in the state NDWR database. Half fall between 120 ft and 230 ft; 90% are shallower than 300 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Elko (89801)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 163 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $4,075–$10,595; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $9,780–$16,300. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Elko (89801)?

The median static water level is 55 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 23 ft–92 ft), from 855 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 28 50–100 ft 36 100–150 ft 294 150–200 ft 190 200–300 ft 234 300–400 ft 58 400–600 ft 34 600+ ft 11
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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.