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Paris, IL (61944): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 309 ISGS records · Edgar County

88 ftmedian well depth
47 ft–121 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
10 gpmmedian yield (168 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Paris (61944), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Paris (61944) is 88 ft, based on 307 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 47 ft and 121 ft; 90% are shallower than 151 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Paris (61944)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 88 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,200–$5,720; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $5,280–$8,800. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Paris (61944)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 79 50–100 ft 97 100–150 ft 96 150–200 ft 18 200–300 ft 14 300–400 ft 1 400–600 ft 2 600+ ft 0
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Method: medians computed from ISGS records (ISGS water wells; engineering, mineral and stratigraphic test borings, mine shafts, outcrops and monitoring wells are excluded, as are wells the survey records as plugged; 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.