Well Drillers Near Alden, Michigan
Alden area geology is dominated by surficial sands underlain by interbedded clay, sand, gravel, and fine to coarse sand, with the water table typically encountered within deeper sand/gravel layers at depths of 30–70 ft.
Showing contractors within 60 miles of Alden. 24 results found.
- Typical depth
- 60 ft
- Water table
- 45 ft
- Contractors
- 24
24 Contractors
J&B Water Well Drilling, LLC
Scott's Well Service
Berg Well Drilling
Cluff Well Drilling
High Tide Well Drilling Inc
Living Water Well Drilling
McCardel Culligan of Traverse City
PAYTON & SONS WELL DRILLING
Sweetwater Well & Pump Inc
Thomas Well Drilling Co
Veltman Well Drilling & Repair LLC
A & B Well Drilling
A S Rivard and Son Well Drilling
Al's Pump Service
Atens Well Drilling
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A geological estimate for the Alden area.
- Typical Well Depth
- 60 ft
- Static Water Level
- 45 ft
- Recommended Method
- Rotary - Mud Circulation
Detailed Summary
Based on synthesis of multiple well logs from the Alden area (Clearwater and Rapid River Townships, Kalkaska County, and nearby Grand Traverse County), the most representative geologic profile features a surficial sand layer, commonly followed by alternating clay, sand, and occasional gravelly horizons. The aquifer is typically found in medium to coarse sand and/or sand and gravel at depth, which provides strong yields and is the primary production zone tapped by residential and municipal wells. Clay layers of variable thickness are present but not continuous across all wells. The static water level for most wells is between 25–70 ft below grade, with most residential wells producing 5-15+ GPM from screened intervals set in deep sand or sand and gravel. Casing typically extends to just above the screened intake, and grout is generally bentonite slurry, with telescoped or attached PVC-wire wrapped screens.
Expected Geological Layers
| Depth (Feet) | Formation Type | Description | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 – 3 ft | Sand | Loose to medium sand, some topsoil possible | Color: Brown Hardness: Soft |
| 3 – 20 ft | Clay with Sand | Brown/gray clay with interbedded sand lenses | Color: Brown/Gray Hardness: Moderate |
| 20 – 40 ft | Clayey Sand/Gravel | Gray clay with sand and occasional gravel | Color: Gray Hardness: Moderate |
| 40 – 55 ft | Clay with Sand | Gray to brown clay and fine to medium sand | Color: Gray Hardness: Firm |
| 55 – 90 ft | Sand & Gravel, Medium to Coarse | Aquifer zone, clean sand and gravel – main water bearing layer | Color: Light Tan to Gray Hardness: Loose to Medium |
| 90 – 112 ft | Fine Sand & Gravel (locally present) | Deeper aquifer extension as observed in some deep wells; not always present | Color: Light Gray Hardness: Loose |