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Fenton, IL (61251): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 166 ISGS records · Whiteside County

124 ftmedian well depth
100 ft–160 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
30 gpmmedian yield (112 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Fenton (61251), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Fenton (61251) is 124 ft, based on 165 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 100 ft and 160 ft; 90% are shallower than 180 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Fenton (61251)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 124 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,100–$8,060; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $7,440–$12,400. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Fenton (61251)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 8 50–100 ft 25 100–150 ft 75 150–200 ft 46 200–300 ft 10 300–400 ft 1 400–600 ft 0 600+ 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.