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Fairfield, IL (62837): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 206 ISGS records · Wayne County

131 ftmedian well depth
67 ft–180 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
5 gpmmedian yield (116 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Fairfield (62837), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Fairfield (62837) is 131 ft, based on 206 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 67 ft and 180 ft; 90% are shallower than 230 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Fairfield (62837)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 131 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,275–$8,515; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $7,860–$13,100. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Fairfield (62837)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 36 50–100 ft 40 100–150 ft 37 150–200 ft 53 200–300 ft 27 300–400 ft 0 400–600 ft 1 600+ ft 12
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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.