Utah Water Wells

Water Wells in Tropic, Utah

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

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

350 ft
Typical depth
$47,250
Typical cost
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About wells in Tropic

Tropic sits in Garfield County. Domestic wells in this area typically complete around 350 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

Panguitch
350 ft typical · 24 mi
Escalante
400 ft typical · 28 mi
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FAQ

How much does a water well cost in Tropic?

Domestic wells in Tropic typically cost about $47,250 at the local ~350 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 Tropic?

Most domestic wells around Tropic hit good water at around 350 ft, though depth varies block-by-block. The calculator pulls your specific neighbors' completion depths.

Who can drill a well in Tropic?

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