Back Forty has 830 water wells on record in Menard County, Texas, drawn from the Texas Water Development Board’s Submitted Driller’s Reports.
Across the 724 wells with a logged borehole depth, the typical well reaches about 214 ft, with most falling between 40 and 502 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 Menard County
Pan and zoom to explore water wells, parcels, and oil & gas activity in Menard County. Open the full app for subsurface predictions and a depth estimate at any point.
Agricultural Valuation (Ag Exemption) in Menard County
Menard County has 3,669 parcels carrying a 1-d-1 agricultural valuation in our data. An ag valuation can cut a property’s taxable value sharply — but it does not transfer to a new owner automatically, and if the land’s use changes, Texas can recapture up to three years of the tax savings plus interest (the “rollback” tax, Tax Code §23.55). Confirm the current ag status and any rollback exposure on a specific tract before you buy.
Educational summary from county appraisal-roll data, not tax advice — verify with the county appraisal district.
Oil & Gas Activity in Menard County
Menard County has 1,204 oil & gas wells on record with the Railroad Commission of Texas — a relatively light level of oil-and-gas activity (#163 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 Menard County
Free-ranging exotics have been recorded in Menard County: Axis deer (chital) and 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 Menard County within established exotic range.
Groundwater & subsurface
| Wells on record | 830 |
|---|---|
| Typical well depth | ≈ 214 ft |
| Depth range | 40–502 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.