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Nicholas County, Kentucky: well depth, water level & drilling cost
✓ 20 KGS/DOW records · verified 2026-08-24
How deep are wells in Nicholas County, Kentucky?
The median drilled well depth in Nicholas County is 200 ft, based on 11 wells with recorded depths in the state KGS/DOW database. Half of all wells fall between 90 ft and 212 ft; 90% are shallower than 242 ft. Wells drilled since 2016 have a median depth of 232 ft.
How much does it cost to drill a well in Nicholas County?
Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 232 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $5,800–$15,080; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $13,920–$23,200. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.
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What is the static water level in Nicholas County?
The median static water level is 34 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 16 ft–59 ft), from 6 measurements.
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Drilled depth distribution
Who drills wells in Nicholas 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 | 4 |
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