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Manhattan, KS (66502): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 286 KGS records · Riley County

58 ftmedian well depth
41 ft–97 fttypical depth range
23 ftmedian static water level
30 gpmmedian yield (217 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Manhattan (66502), Kansas?

The median drilled well depth in and around Manhattan (66502) is 58 ft, based on 286 wells with recorded depths in the state KGS database. Half fall between 41 ft and 97 ft; 90% are shallower than 141 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Manhattan (66502)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 58 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,450–$3,770; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $3,480–$5,800. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Manhattan (66502)?

The median static water level is 23 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 17 ft–42 ft), from 280 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 106 50–100 ft 112 100–150 ft 42 150–200 ft 14 200–300 ft 12 300–400 ft 0 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 0
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Method: medians computed from KGS records (WWC-5 water well records; monitoring, environmental, geothermal and test holes 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.