Deepening an existing well is sometimes an option. Many factors must be considered before we would recommend this. Some of the more important ones include: was the well orginally drilled by a licensed driller and logged properly with the Groundwater Department ?

 

Is there a well log available showing construction details of the well and does it meet state standards? Does the formation require advancing the well casing (which is not always possible)? What is the accessibility of the well itself? Is it clear of buildings? Is it away from power lines? These are just a few of the questions one must consider when looking into deepening an existing well!

 

One way that we can help you determine the best option for you and your well is to research surrounding well logs for your area. That can tell us what kind of water is in the area. For example, if your well is 200 feet deep with 2 gallons per minute (gpm) and all of the surrounding wells are 60 - 80 feet with 10 - 15 gpm, we would probably recommend drilling another well at a new location on the property.

 

 

On the other hand, if your well is 200 feet with 2 gpm and your neighbors are 300 - 400 feet with 10 gpm, we would probably recommend deepening the existing well.