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Monticello, NM (87939): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 214 OSE records · Sierra County

184 ftmedian well depth
121 ft–283 fttypical depth range
75 ftmedian static water level
20 gpmmedian yield (165 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Monticello (87939), New Mexico?

The median drilled well depth in and around Monticello (87939) is 184 ft, based on 214 wells with recorded depths in the state OSE database. Half fall between 121 ft and 283 ft; 90% are shallower than 397 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Monticello (87939)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 184 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $4,600–$11,960; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $11,040–$18,400. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Monticello (87939)?

The median static water level is 75 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 46 ft–145 ft), from 183 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 8 50–100 ft 24 100–150 ft 47 150–200 ft 34 200–300 ft 56 300–400 ft 23 400–600 ft 21 600+ ft 1
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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.