Utah Water Wells

Water Wells in Provo, Utah

Drilling cost and typical depth for residential water wells in Provo, Utah County.

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

180 ft
Typical depth
$24,300
Typical cost
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About wells in Provo

Provo sits in Utah County. Domestic wells in this area typically complete around 180 feet, with site-to-site variation of about ±20%.

Local hydrogeology: The primary water-bearing formation here is the Utah Lake basin alluvial aquifer and underlying bedrock. Utah County water wells typically run 100-400 ft. North-county benches reach water in alluvial fan sediments at moderate depth; southern Goshen Valley taps a developed alluvial aquifer.

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

Other cities in Utah County

Spanish Fork
200 ft typical · 9 mi
Salem
220 ft typical · 13 mi
Payson
200 ft typical · 14 mi
Alpine
280 ft typical · 17 mi
Santaquin
250 ft typical · 19 mi
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FAQ

How much does a water well cost in Provo?

Domestic wells in Provo typically cost about $24,300 at the local ~180 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 Provo?

Most domestic wells around Provo hit good water at around 180 ft, though depth varies block-by-block. The calculator pulls your specific neighbors' completion depths.

Who can drill a well in Provo?

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