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Columbus, NM (88029): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 306 OSE records · Luna County

308 ftmedian well depth
203 ft–479 fttypical depth range
150 ftmedian static water level
12 gpmmedian yield (126 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Columbus (88029), New Mexico?

The median drilled well depth in and around Columbus (88029) is 308 ft, based on 306 wells with recorded depths in the state OSE database. Half fall between 203 ft and 479 ft; 90% are shallower than 750 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Columbus (88029)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 308 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $7,700–$20,020; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $18,480–$30,800. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Columbus (88029)?

The median static water level is 150 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 90 ft–245 ft), from 206 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 9 50–100 ft 15 100–150 ft 22 150–200 ft 17 200–300 ft 60 300–400 ft 60 400–600 ft 78 600+ ft 45
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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.