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Raton, NM (87740): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 266 OSE records · Colfax County

60 ftmedian well depth
40 ft–140 fttypical depth range
24 ftmedian static water level
7 gpmmedian yield (69 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Raton (87740), New Mexico?

The median drilled well depth in and around Raton (87740) is 60 ft, based on 266 wells with recorded depths in the state OSE database. Half fall between 40 ft and 140 ft; 90% are shallower than 314 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Raton (87740)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 60 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,500–$3,900; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $3,600–$6,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Raton (87740)?

The median static water level is 24 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 16 ft–36 ft), from 184 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 99 50–100 ft 68 100–150 ft 37 150–200 ft 18 200–300 ft 12 300–400 ft 8 400–600 ft 12 600+ ft 12
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Method: medians computed from OSE records (OSE Points of Diversion filed as wells (a recorded drilled depth); surface diversions, ditches and acequias excluded; 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.