Clay County is a rural North Texas county bordered by Wichita County to the north and Archer County to the east. With Henrietta as the county seat, Clay County is primarily agricultural, and most rural residents rely on private water wells for their water supply. Turnkey Wells drills new water wells and services existing systems throughout Clay County and surrounding areas.
Water Well Depth Data for Clay County
Texas groundwater records document 1,082 water wells in Clay County. Wells in this area are typically shallower than much of North Texas — average pump depths run around 172 feet, with maximum recorded depths reaching 580 feet. The primary water source is the Trinity Aquifer, with some wells accessing the Seymour Aquifer in the northern reaches of the county.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Documented Wells | 1,082 |
| Average Pump Depth | ~172 ft |
| Maximum Recorded Depth | 580 ft |
| Primary Use | Domestic |
| Licensed Drillers in County | Nearby (Wichita, Archer, Jack counties) |
Cost to Drill a Water Well in Clay County
Water well drilling costs in Clay County are often lower than in deeper-formation counties thanks to shallower aquifer access. A standard residential well typically costs $6,000 to $14,000, with most homes at average depths coming in around $8,000–$11,000. Pump installation, pressure tank, electrical connection, and water quality testing add $2,000–$5,000 to the total project cost.
Water Well Drilling Services in Clay County
- New well drilling — residential, agricultural, livestock, and commercial
- Well rehabilitation — restore declining water production
- Pump installation and repair — submersible and jet pump systems
- Water quality testing — bacteria, minerals, and chemical analysis
- Emergency well service — prompt response to water loss emergencies
Serving All of Clay County
Turnkey Wells provides water well drilling and service throughout Clay County including Henrietta, Bellevue, Byers, Bluegrove, Jolly, and surrounding rural areas and farms.
Ready to get started? Request a free estimate or call us to discuss your water well project. We also serve neighboring Jack County, Montague County, and Archer County.