Well depth in Southern Utah depends on where you're drilling and what the well is for. Here's what property owners in Cedar City, Iron County, and Washington County should expect before calling a driller.
Residential wells Most domestic wells in the region run 300 to 400 feet deep with 6-inch casing. The right depth depends on local geology and where the water table sits on your specific property — there's no one-size answer, which is why a site evaluation comes before any drilling starts.
Agricultural wells Ag wells need more volume, so they're drilled deeper and wider — typically 400 to 800 feet with 10- to 16-inch casing. If you're irrigating multiple acres or running a livestock operation, plan for that larger footprint from the start.
Commercial wells Commercial specs vary by use — office, restaurant, small business — and get sized to match actual demand, not a standard template.
What happens before drilling starts Langford Drilling evaluates the site first: geology, water table, water rights, access for the rig. That evaluation is what determines final depth and casing size, not a guess based on the neighbor's well.
How long does it take? Most wells are drilled in 1 to 2 weeks, depending on depth and terrain. Once drilling is done, Langford Drilling also handles pump installation — submersible pumps, pressure tanks, control boxes, and the electrical work to get water running to your property.
Service area Langford Drilling is based in Cedar City and works throughout Iron County, Washington County, and the rest of Southern and Central Utah, including areas near St. George and Richfield.
Owner Stephen Langford runs every job personally — site evaluation, water-rights coordination, rig operation, casing, and final pump install.
Ready to talk about your property? Call Langford Drilling at 435-233-8954 or email langforddrilling@gmail.com to schedule a site evaluation.