Back Forty has 12,245 water wells on record in Travis County, Texas, drawn from the Texas Water Development Board’s Submitted Driller’s Reports.
Across the 10,200 wells with a logged borehole depth, the typical well reaches about 39 ft, with most falling between 8 and 630 ft.
These figures summarize nearby historical wells; for an estimate at a specific location, drop a pin in the app. Always confirm with a licensed driller before relying on any figure for a purchase or drilling decision.
Interactive Land Map of Travis County
Pan and zoom to explore water wells, parcels, and oil & gas activity in Travis County. Open the full app for subsurface predictions and a depth estimate at any point.
Oil & Gas Activity in Travis County
Travis County has 253 oil & gas wells on record with the Railroad Commission of Texas — minimal oil-and-gas activity (#205 of 254 counties). Light oil-and-gas development generally means a cleaner surface and a simpler mineral picture, though you should still verify mineral ownership on any tract.
Counts are approximate, drawn from public RRC records, and include active and plugged wells. Not a substitute for a title or mineral search.
Non-Native & Exotic Wildlife in Travis County
Free-ranging exotics have been recorded in Travis County: Sika deer. These are citizen-science observations — they indicate presence, not population, and may include high-fenced animals, so absence of records is not proof a species is absent. For hunters, it places Travis County within established exotic range.
Data Centers & Water Demand in Travis County
There are 16 data centers on record in Travis County. Data centers are among the largest industrial groundwater users, so large-scale facilities nearby can add competition for the same aquifers a private well would draw from — worth weighing if you’ll depend on groundwater for this property.
Groundwater & subsurface
| Wells on record | 12,245 |
|---|---|
| Typical well depth | ≈ 39 ft |
| Depth range | 8–630 ft (most wells) |
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Data last refreshed: May 2026
Disclaimer: The figures on this page are derived from historical Texas Water Development Board driller's reports for nearby wells and are provided for general informational purposes only. Actual conditions at any specific property can differ substantially. Nothing here guarantees water availability, well depth, or subsurface conditions, and it is not professional geological, engineering, or legal advice. Always consult a licensed Texas water-well driller or other qualified professional before making any purchase, drilling, or development decision.