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Likely, CA (96116): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 78 DWR records · Modoc County

213 ftmedian well depth
160 ft–389 fttypical depth range
36 ftmedian static water level
55 gpmmedian yield (46 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Likely (96116), California?

The median drilled well depth in and around Likely (96116) is 213 ft, based on 78 wells with recorded depths in the state DWR database. Half fall between 160 ft and 389 ft; 90% are shallower than 629 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Likely (96116)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 213 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $5,325–$13,845; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $12,780–$21,300. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Likely (96116)?

The median static water level is 36 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 23 ft–52 ft), from 6 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 1 50–100 ft 3 100–150 ft 13 150–200 ft 18 200–300 ft 13 300–400 ft 11 400–600 ft 9 600+ ft 10
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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.