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Elko, NV (89802): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 2,129 NDWR records · Elko County

240 ftmedian well depth
102 ft–340 fttypical depth range
82 ftmedian static water level
30 gpmmedian yield (1,474 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Elko (89802), Nevada?

The median drilled well depth in and around Elko (89802) is 240 ft, based on 2,117 wells with recorded depths in the state NDWR database. Half fall between 102 ft and 340 ft; 90% are shallower than 510 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Elko (89802)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 240 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $6,000–$15,600; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $14,400–$24,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Elko (89802)?

The median static water level is 82 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 35 ft–155 ft), from 1,935 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 331 50–100 ft 171 100–150 ft 153 150–200 ft 200 200–300 ft 527 300–400 ft 317 400–600 ft 284 600+ ft 134
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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.