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Castella, CA (96017): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 55 DWR records · Shasta County

130 ftmedian well depth
100 ft–180 fttypical depth range
17 ftmedian static water level
15 gpmmedian yield (27 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Castella (96017), California?

The median drilled well depth in and around Castella (96017) is 130 ft, based on 55 wells with recorded depths in the state DWR database. Half fall between 100 ft and 180 ft; 90% are shallower than 239 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Castella (96017)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 130 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,250–$8,450; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $7,800–$13,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Castella (96017)?

The median static water level is 17 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 17 ft–17 ft), from 1 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

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Method: medians computed from DWR records (filed well completion reports, water-supply uses only (destruction, repair and monitoring wells 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.