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Athens, ME (04912): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 158 Maine Geological Survey records · Somerset County

205 ftmedian well depth
138 ft–320 fttypical depth range
10 ftmedian static water level
6 gpmmedian yield (135 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Athens (04912), Maine?

The median drilled well depth in and around Athens (04912) is 205 ft, based on 157 wells with recorded depths in the state Maine Geological Survey database. Half fall between 138 ft and 320 ft; 90% are shallower than 400 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Athens (04912)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 205 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $5,125–$13,325; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $12,300–$20,500. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Athens (04912)?

The median static water level is 10 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 5 ft–18 ft), from 17 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 0 50–100 ft 18 100–150 ft 30 150–200 ft 20 200–300 ft 40 300–400 ft 26 400–600 ft 20 600+ ft 3
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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.