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Kaleva, Michigan

Well Drillers Near Kaleva, Michigan

The typical Kaleva area well penetrates alternating sandy and clay-rich glacial deposits, with water-bearing sand or sand/gravel layers generally found between about 50 and 130 feet. Shallower wells may achieve residential yields in thick sand units from 20–80 feet, while deeper high-capacity wells target lower fine to medium sands to depths beyond 120 feet.

Showing contractors within 60 miles of Kaleva. 200 results found.

Typical depth
80 ft
Water table
38 ft
Contractors
200

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Ed Benson Well Drilling & Rpr

14645 Kangas Rd
Kaleva, MI 49645
+1 231-362-3644
Water well drillingWell repair servicesPump installation and repair+2 more

Shoreline Well Drilling LLC

PO Box 244
Bear Lake, MI 49614
(231) 233-6530
Water well drillingWell serviceWater Well Drilling+10 more
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Artesian Well

Portage Point Dr
Onekama, MI 49675
Access to natural artesian waterPublic drinking water sourceWater quality testing

Bob's Well Drilling

11981 US-31
Interlochen, MI 49643
+1 231-275-7539
Residential water well drillingCommercial water well drillingServicing and maintenance of water wells+1 more

Cameron Brothers Well Drilling

Active Driller
8710 US-31
Free Soil, MI 49411
+1 231-464-5801
Water Well DrillingPump RepairPump Installation+4 more

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A geological estimate for the Kaleva area.

Typical Well Depth
80 ft
Static Water Level
38 ft
Recommended Method
Rotary - Mud Circulation

Detailed Summary

Analysis of well logs for the Kaleva region indicates a representative geological profile characterized by an upper sequence of sands (often fine, sometimes grading to coarse or containing gravel), interbedded with clay and clayey sand. The most frequent lower aquifers are found as thick sand or sand/gravel beds, typically encountered between 50 and 130 feet deep, occasionally deeper. Shallower wells (20–50 ft) can suffice where thick sand predominates at shallow depths, but most residential wells are completed between 60 and 130 ft to ensure sufficient yield and protection from surface contamination. Outliers with extreme depths or unusually thick clay were discarded from the average profile.

Expected Geological Layers

Depth (Feet)Formation TypeDescriptionCharacteristics
0 – 3 ftTopsoil/SandOrganic-rich topsoil and surficial loose sand; may include minor silt.Color: Brown/Gray
Hardness: Soft
3 – 15 ftSand (Fine–Medium)Clean, fine to medium sand; can include minor stones or gravel.Color: Brown/Gray
Hardness: Loose to soft
15 – 25 ftClayey Sand/ClayInterbedded fine sand and clay; more cohesive with depth, may have lenses of sand.Color: Gray/brown
Hardness: Moderate
25 – 50 ftSand (Fine–Coarse) with GravelWater-bearing sand; locally grades into coarser sand/gravel layers, often the first productive aquifer.Color: Tan/yellow/reddish
Hardness: Medium
50 – 80 ftClay/Clayey SandMostly clayey with interbeds of fine/medium sand or silt; reduced permeability.Color: Brown/gray/red
Hardness: Firm
80 – 130 ftSand/Gravel (Main Aquifer)Thickest and most reliable water-bearing zone; primarily medium to coarse sand with frequent gravel, often tapped for residential and high-capacity use.Color: Light brown/tan
Hardness: Soft to medium
130 – 150 ftClay/Clayey SandLower clay bed, sometimes interbedded with thin sand streaks; forms base of common residential wells.Color: Gray/tan
Hardness: Firm

Frequently Asked Questions

A typical residential well in the Kaleva area is drilled to approximately 80 feet to ensure a reliable water supply of 5-15+ gallons per minute.

The static water level, or water table, is typically found around 38 feet below the surface in this region.

Analysis of well logs for the Kaleva region indicates a representative geological profile characterized by an upper sequence of sands (often fine, sometimes grading to coarse or containing gravel), interbedded with clay and clayey sand. The most frequent lower aquifers are found as thick sand or sand/gravel beds, typically encountered between 50 and 130 feet deep, occasionally deeper. Shallower wells (20–50 ft) can suffice where thick sand predominates at shallow depths, but most residential wells are completed between 60 and 130 ft to ensure sufficient yield and protection from surface contamination. Outliers with extreme depths or unusually thick clay were discarded from the average profile.