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Alton, IL (62002): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 297 ISGS records · Madison County

47 ftmedian well depth
42 ft–74 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
500 gpmmedian yield (153 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Alton (62002), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Alton (62002) is 47 ft, based on 297 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 42 ft and 74 ft; 90% are shallower than 94 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Alton (62002)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 47 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,175–$3,055; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $2,820–$4,700. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Alton (62002)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 154 50–100 ft 129 100–150 ft 6 150–200 ft 0 200–300 ft 1 300–400 ft 1 400–600 ft 3 600+ ft 3
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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.