Water Wells in San Juan County, Utah
San Juan County wells typically run 150-500 ft. Monticello and Blanding sit on the Abajo Mountains' alluvial fans; lower-elevation wells often go deeper through Cutler Group sandstone and shale.
The calculator pulls your nearest neighbors' driller logs and gives a depth + cost estimate based on what they actually drilled.
Run my addressAbout wells in San Juan County
The primary water-bearing formation here is the Glen Canyon Group, Cutler Group, and alluvial aquifers. San Juan County wells typically run 150-500 ft. Monticello and Blanding sit on the Abajo Mountains' alluvial fans; lower-elevation wells often go deeper through Cutler Group sandstone and shale.
Cities and towns in San Juan County
What you'll get from the calculator
- Depth estimate from real driller-submitted logs of your nearest neighbors
- Cost band showing low, typical, high market pricing
- Yield (GPM) estimate graded A–F
- Water quality flags if nearby logs note oil, gas, sulfur, salinity, iron, hardness
- Screen recommendation based on production-zone lithology
Frequently asked questions
How much does a water well cost in San Juan County?
In San Juan County, expect about $33,750 for a typical 250-ft domestic well at the 2026 market rate of $135/ft. Wells under 100 ft run an extra $15/ft due to mobilization. Run your address through the calculator for a precise estimate.
How deep are wells typically in San Juan County?
Most domestic wells in San Juan County target the Glen Canyon Group, Cutler Group, and alluvial aquifers. Typical depth is around 250 ft, with site-by-site variation depending on aquifer geometry and topography.
Who drills wells in San Juan County?
San Juan County is in our service area but we're still adding partner drillers here. Submit your address through the calculator and we'll route your lead to a verified Utah-licensed driller.