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Sims, IL (62886): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 91 ISGS records · Wayne County

130 ftmedian well depth
102 ft–170 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
10 gpmmedian yield (54 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Sims (62886), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Sims (62886) is 130 ft, based on 90 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 102 ft and 170 ft; 90% are shallower than 860 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Sims (62886)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 130 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,250–$8,450; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $7,800–$13,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Sims (62886)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 1 50–100 ft 19 100–150 ft 37 150–200 ft 19 200–300 ft 4 300–400 ft 0 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 10
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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.