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Elgin, OH (45838): well depth, water level & drilling cost
✓ 55 ODNR records · Van Wert County
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How deep are wells in and around Elgin (45838), Ohio?
The median drilled well depth in and around Elgin (45838) is 82 ft, based on 55 wells with recorded depths in the state ODNR database. Half fall between 70 ft and 100 ft; 90% are shallower than 131 ft.
How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Elgin (45838)?
Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 82 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,050–$5,330; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $4,920–$8,200. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.
What is the static water level in and around Elgin (45838)?
The median static water level is 12 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 8 ft–20 ft), from 52 measurements.
Drilled depth distribution
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Method: medians computed from ODNR records (water-supply wells only (domestic, public/municipal, commercial, industrial, agricultural/irrigation, fire protection) — monitoring, test/boring, heat-pump, injection, abandoned/sealed and unclassified wells 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.