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Athens, TN (37371): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 149 TDEC records · Mcminn County

245 ftmedian well depth
165 ft–365 fttypical depth range
60 ftmedian static water level
15 gpmmedian yield (138 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Athens (37371), Tennessee?

The median drilled well depth in and around Athens (37371) is 245 ft, based on 149 wells with recorded depths in the state TDEC database. Half fall between 165 ft and 365 ft; 90% are shallower than 475 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Athens (37371)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 245 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $6,125–$15,925; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $14,700–$24,500. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Athens (37371)?

The median static water level is 60 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 40 ft–80 ft), from 136 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 2 50–100 ft 1 100–150 ft 24 150–200 ft 25 200–300 ft 40 300–400 ft 29 400–600 ft 24 600+ ft 4
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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.