Black Forest, CO Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
420 ft
Cost / Foot
$30–$72
Total Project
$20,160
vs. National Avg
169% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Black Forest, CO Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,000–$7,200 | $7,800–$12,000 | $9,600 |
| 150 ft | $4,500–$10,800 | $9,700–$16,000 | $12,400 |
| 200 ft | $6,000–$14,400 | $11,600–$20,000 | $15,200 |
| 300 ft | $9,000–$21,600 | $15,400–$28,000 | $20,800 |
| 400 ft | $12,000–$28,800 | $19,200–$36,000 | $26,400 |
| 500 ft | $15,000–$36,000 | $23,000–$44,000 | $32,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Black Forest area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Black Forest, CO
Dawson Formation sandstone over Denver Basin; Ponderosa pine forest on rolling terrain; some of the deepest residential wells in El Paso County
The average residential well in Black Forest is 420 feet deep and costs approximately $20,160 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $30 to $72 per foot, which is 169% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Black Forest area is the Denver Basin / Dawson Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
El Paso County; Colorado DWR permit; $200-$300; declining aquifer levels a growing concern
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