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Tatum, NM (88267): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 807 OSE records · Lea County

86 ftmedian well depth
62 ft–126 fttypical depth range
33 ftmedian static water level
75 gpmmedian yield (210 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Tatum (88267), New Mexico?

The median drilled well depth in and around Tatum (88267) is 86 ft, based on 807 wells with recorded depths in the state OSE database. Half fall between 62 ft and 126 ft; 90% are shallower than 191 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Tatum (88267)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 86 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,150–$5,590; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $5,160–$8,600. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Tatum (88267)?

The median static water level is 33 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 26 ft–45 ft), from 637 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 43 50–100 ft 423 100–150 ft 207 150–200 ft 61 200–300 ft 71 300–400 ft 0 400–600 ft 2 600+ ft 0
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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.