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Jefferson County, Kentucky: well depth, water level & drilling cost
✓ 778 KGS/DOW records · verified 2026-08-24
How deep are wells in Jefferson County, Kentucky?
The median drilled well depth in Jefferson County is 91 ft, based on 393 wells with recorded depths in the state KGS/DOW database. Half of all wells fall between 60 ft and 115 ft; 90% are shallower than 164 ft. Wells drilled since 2016 have a median depth of 75 ft.
How much does it cost to drill a well in Jefferson County?
Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 75 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,875–$4,875; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $4,500–$7,500. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.
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What is the static water level in Jefferson County?
The median static water level is 33 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 18 ft–44 ft), from 280 measurements.
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Drilled depth distribution
Who drills wells in Jefferson County?
Companies by number of wells completed in this county, per the construction records in the state repository.
| Driller | Wells since 2016 |
|---|---|
| Tim W Woods | 13 |
| Matthew E Bailey | 12 |
| Billy L Lewis | 5 |
| Shawn B Fisher | 3 |
| Benny C Brewer | 3 |
| Gary Stephenson | 2 |
| Bradley W Williford | 1 |
| David R Frye | 1 |
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