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Chama, CO (81126): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 685 DWR records · Costilla County

68 ftmedian well depth
34 ft–160 fttypical depth range
45 ftmedian static water level
10 gpmmedian yield (80 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Chama (81126), Colorado?

The median drilled well depth in and around Chama (81126) is 68 ft, based on 467 wells with recorded depths in the state DWR database. Half fall between 34 ft and 160 ft; 90% are shallower than 300 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Chama (81126)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 68 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,700–$4,420; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $4,080–$6,800. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Chama (81126)?

The median static water level is 45 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 25 ft–140 ft), from 65 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 159 50–100 ft 122 100–150 ft 61 150–200 ft 31 200–300 ft 38 300–400 ft 32 400–600 ft 10 600+ ft 14
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Method: medians computed from DWR records (DWR well permits, applications that were denied, withdrawn, cancelled or are still pending excluded; depths 0–5,000 ft), grouped by ZIP from the recorded address.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.