Well Drillers Near Minocqua, Wisconsin

A geological estimate for the Minocqua area.

Detailed Summary

Based on a synthesis of well logs, the Minocqua region is dominated by unconsolidated Quaternary glacial sands and sand-gravel mixtures, sometimes with minor silt, boulders, or thin gravel layers. Bedrock (granite or crystalline) is infrequently encountered and only at greater depths or isolated locations. The typical geologic sequence is sand (0-~20 ft), then gradationally more gravelly and silty sand layers (to 50-60 ft), occasionally with a distinct gravel or sand/gravel aquifer at 50-60 ft. Water is generally drawn from the lower sand/gravel interval, with static water depths between 20-40 ft. Drilled wells are the overwhelming majority, with rotary/mud the preferred method. Casing typically extends to near the top of the main gravely aquifer (50-58 ft), and screens are set in this interval when used. Grout is generally bentonite or cement to at least 20-27 ft.

Expected Geological Layers