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Orono, ME (04469): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 137 Maine Geological Survey records · Penobscot County

200 ftmedian well depth
125 ft–270 fttypical depth range
10 ftmedian static water level
7 gpmmedian yield (132 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Orono (04469), Maine?

The median drilled well depth in and around Orono (04469) is 200 ft, based on 137 wells with recorded depths in the state Maine Geological Survey database. Half fall between 125 ft and 270 ft; 90% are shallower than 325 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Orono (04469)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 200 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $5,000–$13,000; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $12,000–$20,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Orono (04469)?

The median static water level is 10 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 8 ft–20 ft), from 9 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 2 50–100 ft 13 100–150 ft 32 150–200 ft 15 200–300 ft 47 300–400 ft 18 400–600 ft 10 600+ ft 0
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Method: medians computed from Maine Geological Survey records (Maine Geological Survey well database, excluding test, observation and monitoring wells; 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.