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Simpson, IL (62985): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 63 ISGS records · Pope County

200 ftmedian well depth
110 ft–253 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
8 gpmmedian yield (27 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Simpson (62985), Illinois?

The median drilled well depth in and around Simpson (62985) is 200 ft, based on 60 wells with recorded depths in the state ISGS database. Half fall between 110 ft and 253 ft; 90% are shallower than 396 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Simpson (62985)?

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 Simpson (62985)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 1 50–100 ft 7 100–150 ft 19 150–200 ft 1 200–300 ft 20 300–400 ft 6 400–600 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.