
Jim's Well Drilling
Grayling, MI49738
The typical Grayling area well penetrates a sequence of sand (often coarse to medium) with interbedded clay and gravel layers, transitioning to clean sand and/or gravel aquifers below. Residential wells are usually completed at 50-70 ft to secure 5-15+ GPM yield.
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A geological estimate for the Grayling area.
Typical Well Depth
Static Water Level
Recommended Method
Representative well logs indicate an upper section dominated by sand (yellow to brown, medium to coarse), with local layers containing clay or small gravel. In many wells, a significant clay or sand-with-clay layer is encountered at intermediate depths (20-40 ft), followed by thick, permeable water-bearing sand or sand/gravel aquifers extending to the base of most wells. Occasional color changes (e.g., blue clay) and thin capillary zones are present but often short-lived. Static water levels are typically 12-20 ft below grade except in rare flowing conditions. Typical residential wells are finished at 50-70 ft; high-capacity wells often finish between 70 and 85 ft, both targeting the base sand/gravel aquifers.
| Depth (Feet) | Formation Type | Description | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 – 7 ft | Sand | Yellow to brown, medium to coarse sand, loose to medium dense | Color: Yellow-brown Hardness: Loose |
| 7 – 22 ft | Sand with Clay/Silt | Sand with variable clay, some zones may contain stones or fine gravel, locally forming a more cohesive unit | Color: Brown, sometimes mixed grey/blue Hardness: Medium |
| 22 – 42 ft | Clay or Silty Sand | Interbedded clay or blue clay and sandy layers, may include minor gravel; represents a local aquitard in some wells | Color: Blue-gray to brown Hardness: Firm |
| 42 – 60 ft | Sand, Water-Bearing | Medium to coarse sand, well sorted, occasionally interspersed with fine gravel; strong, consistent aquifer zone | Color: Buff to red/yellow Hardness: Loose to medium |
| 60 – 80 ft | Sand and Gravel Aquifer | Sand with significant gravel content, often forming main aquifer; highly permeable | Color: Brown, tan, red Hardness: Loose |