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Nelson County, Kentucky: well depth, water level & drilling cost
✓ 171 KGS/DOW records · verified 2026-08-24
How deep are wells in Nelson County, Kentucky?
The median drilled well depth in Nelson County is 130 ft, based on 68 wells with recorded depths in the state KGS/DOW database. Half of all wells fall between 100 ft and 200 ft; 90% are shallower than 272 ft. Wells drilled since 2016 have a median depth of 230 ft.
How much does it cost to drill a well in Nelson County?
Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 230 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $5,750–$14,950; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $13,800–$23,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.
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What is the static water level in Nelson County?
The median static water level is 50 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 26 ft–64 ft), from 50 measurements.
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Drilled depth distribution
Who drills wells in Nelson County?
Companies by number of wells completed in this county, per the construction records in the state repository.
| Driller | Wells since 2016 |
|---|---|
| Billy L Lewis | 6 |
| David R Frye | 5 |
| Steven D Cox | 1 |
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