Utah Water Wells

Water Wells in Escalante, Utah

Drilling cost and typical depth for residential water wells in Escalante, Garfield County.

Updated 2026-05-11 · By Utah Water Wells — based on real driller-submitted logs from the Utah Division of Water Rights.

400 ft
Typical depth
$54,000
Typical cost
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About wells in Escalante

Escalante sits in Garfield County. Domestic wells in this area typically complete around 400 feet, with site-to-site variation of about ±20%.

Local hydrogeology: The primary water-bearing formation here is the Sevier River alluvial and bedrock aquifers. Garfield County wells typically run 200-500 ft. Panguitch-area alluvial wells are reliable; Tropic, Escalante, and high-plateau areas often need deeper completions through volcanic bedrock.

For more on this region, see our depth-by-county guide and the Garfield County page.

Other cities in Garfield County

Tropic
350 ft typical · 28 mi
Panguitch
350 ft typical · 45 mi
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FAQ

How much does a water well cost in Escalante?

Domestic wells in Escalante typically cost about $54,000 at the local ~400 ft typical depth and the 2026 rate of $135 per foot. Use the calculator with your address for a precise estimate.

How deep are wells in Escalante?

Most domestic wells around Escalante hit good water at around 400 ft, though depth varies block-by-block. The calculator pulls your specific neighbors' completion depths.

Who can drill a well in Escalante?

Any licensed Utah Well Driller can drill in Escalante. We route leads to a partner driller serving the county. All work must comply with Utah Administrative Rule R655-4.