South Haven, MI Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
130 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$52
Total Project
$4,680
vs. National Avg
38% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
South Haven, MI Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,200 | $7,200–$10,000 | $8,400 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$7,800 | $8,800–$13,000 | $10,600 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$10,400 | $10,400–$16,000 | $12,800 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$15,600 | $13,600–$22,000 | $17,200 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$20,800 | $16,800–$28,000 | $21,600 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$26,000 | $20,000–$34,000 | $26,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on South Haven area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in South Haven, MI
South Haven sits on Lake Michigan's eastern shore in Van Buren County, with thick lake-deposited sand and glacial outwash overlying Marshall Sandstone bedrock. Most residential wells encounter sufficient water in the shallow glacial sand-and-gravel aquifer at 60-180 ft, making South Haven one of the easier-drilling areas in southwest Michigan.
The average residential well in South Haven is 130 feet deep and costs approximately $4,680 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $52 per foot, which is 38% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the South Haven area is the Glacial Sand and Gravel Aquifer (Lake Michigan Coastal) / Marshall Sandstone Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Van Buren County / Van Buren-Cass District Health Department; well construction permit and site evaluation required before drilling, fee $200-$425; isolation distances of 50 ft from septic and 25 ft from buildings strictly enforced; Michigan EGLE registered drillers required.
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