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West Plains, MO (65775): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 659 MoDNR records · Howell County

340 ftmedian well depth
291 ft–420 fttypical depth range
115 ftmedian static water level
20 gpmmedian yield (621 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around West Plains (65775), Missouri?

The median drilled well depth in and around West Plains (65775) is 340 ft, based on 655 wells with recorded depths in the state MoDNR database. Half fall between 291 ft and 420 ft; 90% are shallower than 513 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around West Plains (65775)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 340 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $8,500–$22,100; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $20,400–$34,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around West Plains (65775)?

The median static water level is 115 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 80 ft–180 ft), from 539 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

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Method: medians computed from MoDNR records (MoDNR certified water wells; depths 0-5,000 ft, with the file's 99999.9 and 88888 sentinel values excluded rather than clamped), grouped by ZIP from the recorded address. Cost estimate applies published per-foot ranges to the local median depth — full methodology & sources.