Planning an Irrigation Well in Central Florida: Key Questions

Critical Unknowns for a New Well

Drilling a 90 ft, 2" well with a 1 HP pump in Florida requires data the driller must provide:

• GPM yield (sustained flow after 1+ hour).
• Static water level and drawdown at pumping rate.
• Recharge/recovery rate.
• Water quality (iron, sulfur, hardness).

Why These Matter

• 1 HP pump on 2" pipe may be undersized for irrigation demand.
• 90 ft may not avoid sulfur/iron if aquifer is contaminated.
• Florida's shallow aquifers vary widely; local knowledge is essential.

Action

Ask the drilling company for a well completion report with yield test data. Consult a Florida-licensed irrigation designer to size the pump and system correctly.