How Deep Are Water Wells in Central Indiana?
If you're drilling a new well in Anderson, Muncie, Noblesville, Pendleton, Tipton, Fishers, Westfield, Elwood, or Alexandria, one of the first questions you’ll have is: How deep will my water well be?
While the average depth in Indiana is 150 feet, well depth varies due to differences in aquifer depth, soil layers, and groundwater flow patterns throughout the Central Indiana. Most wells in Madison County range from 80–200 feet, depending on clay and sand layers. Hamilton County residents often see wells between 100–250 feet, especially in deeper gravel aquifers near Noblesville and Cicero. Delaware County wells frequently fall between 70–160 feet, while Henry County wells typically run 90–180 feet. Tipton County, known for thicker clay formations, often requires deeper drilling — usually 120–300 feet. Again, your depth could be much less than these averages. We have hit water at depths of less than 10 feet!
At Busby Drilling Company, we combine 123 years of well drilling experience, geological understanding, and modern technology to determine the ideal depth for strong, reliable water production. If you’re considering a new well, we’re here to provide a clear, accurate estimate.
