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Columbia, SC (29229): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 51 SCDES + USGS records · Richland County

135 ftmedian well depth
85 ft–194 fttypical depth range
69 ftmedian static water level
28 gpmmedian yield (40 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Columbia (29229), South Carolina?

The median drilled well depth in and around Columbia (29229) is 135 ft, based on 51 wells with recorded depths in the state SCDES + USGS database. Half fall between 85 ft and 194 ft; 90% are shallower than 212 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Columbia (29229)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 135 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,375–$8,775; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $8,100–$13,500. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Columbia (29229)?

The median static water level is 69 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 48 ft–102 ft), from 40 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

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Method: medians computed from SCDES + USGS records (USGS NWIS groundwater inventory, water-supply wells only (monitoring wells, test holes and injection wells excluded), and only wells carrying a measured depth), grouped by ZIP from the recorded address. Cost estimate applies published per-foot ranges to the local median depth — full methodology & sources.