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Smithfield, ME (04978): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 228 Maine Geological Survey records · Somerset County

260 ftmedian well depth
180 ft–340 fttypical depth range
18 ftmedian static water level
9 gpmmedian yield (219 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Smithfield (04978), Maine?

The median drilled well depth in and around Smithfield (04978) is 260 ft, based on 227 wells with recorded depths in the state Maine Geological Survey database. Half fall between 180 ft and 340 ft; 90% are shallower than 400 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Smithfield (04978)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 260 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $6,500–$16,900; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $15,600–$26,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Smithfield (04978)?

The median static water level is 18 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 10 ft–20 ft), from 9 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 0 50–100 ft 10 100–150 ft 27 150–200 ft 27 200–300 ft 73 300–400 ft 45 400–600 ft 43 600+ ft 2
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Method: medians computed from Maine Geological Survey records (Maine Geological Survey well database, excluding test, observation and monitoring 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.