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Memphis, TN (38127): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 136 TDEC records · Shelby County

110 ftmedian well depth
90 ft–120 fttypical depth range
70 ftmedian static water level
10 gpmmedian yield (97 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Memphis (38127), Tennessee?

The median drilled well depth in and around Memphis (38127) is 110 ft, based on 136 wells with recorded depths in the state TDEC database. Half fall between 90 ft and 120 ft; 90% are shallower than 218 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Memphis (38127)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 110 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,750–$7,150; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $6,600–$11,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Memphis (38127)?

The median static water level is 70 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 55 ft–90 ft), from 128 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 1 50–100 ft 43 100–150 ft 74 150–200 ft 3 200–300 ft 7 300–400 ft 3 400–600 ft 3 600+ 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.