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Ethel, WA (98542): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 536 Ecology records · Lewis County

80 ftmedian well depth
57 ft–115 fttypical depth range
29 ftmedian static water level
38 gpmmedian yield (38 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Ethel (98542), Washington?

The median drilled well depth in and around Ethel (98542) is 80 ft, based on 536 wells with recorded depths in the state Ecology database. Half fall between 57 ft and 115 ft; 90% are shallower than 145 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Ethel (98542)?

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.

What is the static water level in and around Ethel (98542)?

The median static water level is 29 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 18 ft–45 ft), from 110 measurements.

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Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 108 50–100 ft 237 100–150 ft 144 150–200 ft 37 200–300 ft 8 300–400 ft 2 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 0
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Method: medians computed from Ecology records (water wells only — soil/environmental borings and decommissions excluded; 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.