Utah Water Wells

Water Wells in Moab, Utah

Drilling cost and typical depth for residential water wells in Moab, Grand County.

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

100 ft
Typical depth
$13,500
Typical cost
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About wells in Moab

Moab sits in Grand County. Domestic wells in this area typically complete around 100 feet, with site-to-site variation of about ±20%.

Local hydrogeology: The primary water-bearing formation here is the Glen Canyon Group sandstone and Colorado River alluvium. Grand County (Moab area) has reliable shallow groundwater in the Colorado River alluvium and Glen Canyon Group sandstones. Wells typically run 50-300 ft, with many domestic wells under 150 ft.

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

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150 ft typical · 10 mi
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FAQ

How much does a water well cost in Moab?

Domestic wells in Moab typically cost about $13,500 at the local ~100 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 Moab?

Most domestic wells around Moab hit good water at around 100 ft, though depth varies block-by-block. The calculator pulls your specific neighbors' completion depths.

Who can drill a well in Moab?

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