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Shelbyville, TN (37161): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 169 TDEC records · Bedford County

171 ftmedian well depth
115 ft–246 fttypical depth range
45 ftmedian static water level
10 gpmmedian yield (108 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Shelbyville (37161), Tennessee?

The median drilled well depth in and around Shelbyville (37161) is 171 ft, based on 168 wells with recorded depths in the state TDEC database. Half fall between 115 ft and 246 ft; 90% are shallower than 300 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Shelbyville (37161)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 171 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $4,275–$11,115; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $10,260–$17,100. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Shelbyville (37161)?

The median static water level is 45 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 30 ft–60 ft), from 105 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 5 50–100 ft 20 100–150 ft 38 150–200 ft 44 200–300 ft 42 300–400 ft 16 400–600 ft 1 600+ ft 2
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Method: medians computed from TDEC records (TDEC reported water 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.