While drilling a well cuts through ... well from caving in on themselves, casing protects the wellstream from outside contaminants, as well as any fresh water reservoirs from the oil or gas ...

supply pipe inserted in the casing and pushes water to the surface ... the national average cost just for drilling a well is $9,180, with a range from $3,750 to $15,300. Per-foot costs are ...

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Stage 3 drought restrictions have some people around town thinking about drilling their own water well. With that in mind, 3NEWS spoke with a few residents who tell ...