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Clay County, Kentucky: well depth, water level & drilling cost
✓ 579 KGS/DOW records · verified 2026-08-24
How deep are wells in Clay County, Kentucky?
The median drilled well depth in Clay County is 80 ft, based on 408 wells with recorded depths in the state KGS/DOW database. Half of all wells fall between 65 ft and 117 ft; 90% are shallower than 176 ft. Wells drilled since 2016 have a median depth of 80 ft.
How much does it cost to drill a well in Clay County?
Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 80 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,000–$5,200; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $4,800–$8,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.
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What is the static water level in Clay County?
The median static water level is 40 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 28 ft–60 ft), from 367 measurements.
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Drilled depth distribution
Who drills wells in Clay County?
Companies by number of wells completed in this county, per the construction records in the state repository.
| Driller | Wells since 2016 |
|---|---|
| Kevin R Moses | 1 |
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