Canyon County, Idaho
Average Well Depth in Middleton, Idaho
Wells within 5 miles of Middleton were drilled to a median depth of 161 ft, and half were between 110 and 230 ft. After drilling, water typically stood about 42 ft below ground. The median well produced 60 gallons per minute. Based on 3,650 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records, updated October 2026.
Historical records within 5 miles of central Middleton, not a guarantee for any property. Only drilling confirms depth, water quality and yield. Disclaimer
How deep is my well going to be?
Depth changes from one street to the next. Check the wells closest to your exact address.
Are wells near Middleton getting deeper?
Wells drilled near Middleton in the 9990s have a median depth of 70 ft, 155 ft shallower than those from the 1950s (225 ft).
| Decade drilled | Median depth | Wells |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 225 ft | 17 |
| 1960s | 150 ft | 131 |
| 1970s | 121 ft | 483 |
| 1980s | 120 ft | 186 |
| 1990s | 101 ft | 69 |
| 2000s | 155 ft | 1062 |
| 2010s | 197 ft | 847 |
| 2020s | 162 ft | 822 |
| 9990s | 70 ft | 33 |
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Before you drill in Middleton
- Permit: a licensed Idaho driller files the drilling permit (a start card for a single-family home) with the Idaho Department of Water Resources.
- Health district: Southwest District Health sets septic and well setback rules for Canyon County.
- City water: inside Middleton city limits, check whether you're required to connect to city water before planning a well.
- Buying land? The Premium Property Well Report adds nearby water quality, groundwater restrictions and a cost estimate for one property.
Middleton well questions
How deep are wells in Middleton, Idaho?
Wells within 5 miles of Middleton have a median depth of 161 feet, and half were drilled between 110 and 230 feet, based on 3,650 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records. Depth varies by location, so look up your exact address.
How much does it cost to drill a well in Middleton?
For a typical 110–230 ft household well with a pump system, a rough planning range is $8,000 to $20,800, based on Idaho averages of $28–65 per foot to drill, about $8 per foot for PVC casing and about $4,000 for the pump system. Basalt, steel casing or a long trench to the house cost more. Get a written quote from a licensed driller for a real price.
How deep is a shallow well near Middleton?
19% of recorded wells within 5 miles of Middleton are less than 100 feet deep. Shallow wells cost less to drill but are more exposed to surface contamination and seasonal water-level drops.
Do I need a permit to drill a well in Middleton?
Yes. A licensed Idaho driller files a drilling permit (a start card for a single-family household well) with IDWR before drilling. Ask Southwest District Health about septic setbacks, and check whether Middleton requires a city water hookup inside city limits.
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Source: Idaho Department of Water Resources well records within 5 miles of central Middleton. Updated October 2026.