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Sterling, IL (61081): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 759 ISGS records · Whiteside County

290 ftmedian well depth
180 ft–425 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
25 gpmmedian yield (460 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Sterling (61081), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Sterling (61081) is 290 ft, based on 748 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 180 ft and 425 ft; 90% are shallower than 532 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Sterling (61081)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 290 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $7,250–$18,850; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $17,400–$29,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Sterling (61081)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 7 50–100 ft 42 100–150 ft 76 150–200 ft 106 200–300 ft 155 300–400 ft 148 400–600 ft 176 600+ ft 38
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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.