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Dakota, IL (61018): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 189 ISGS records · Stephenson County

200 ftmedian well depth
150 ft–245 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
20 gpmmedian yield (138 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Dakota (61018), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Dakota (61018) is 200 ft, based on 187 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 150 ft and 245 ft; 90% are shallower than 285 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Dakota (61018)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 200 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $5,000–$13,000; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $12,000–$20,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Dakota (61018)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 3 50–100 ft 13 100–150 ft 29 150–200 ft 43 200–300 ft 84 300–400 ft 9 400–600 ft 4 600+ ft 2
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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.