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Well Contractors in Amargosa Valley, NV
We connect Amargosa Valley homeowners, farms and businesses with independent local well contractors for drilling, pumps and testing.
Amargosa Valley sits about 35 miles northwest of Pahrump in the Amargosa Desert, and almost everything out here depends on groundwater. The same aquifer that supplies local wells also feeds some of the most protected springs in the country.
Call (775) 208-0842Pahrump Well Drilling operates this website and connects local customers with independent local well drilling contractors. We don't do the work ourselves and we don't check any contractor's qualifications, so confirming that is up to you before you hire.
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About the area
A Desert Community Built on Groundwater
Amargosa Valley, once known as Lathrop Wells, has roots going back to 1905. The Tonopah and Tidewater Railroad ran through the valley from 1906 to 1940 to serve borax mining, and modern development started in the early 1950s. Electric power, other than private generators, didn't arrive until 1963.
The community counted about 1,408 residents in 2020, spread over a wide area. There's no big municipal system reaching every parcel, so private wells are the norm for homes, and larger wells support farms and businesses.
Landmarks include the Big Dunes on the north side of the valley and the Big Bovine of the Desert, a 12-foot dairy cow statue on State Route 373. At the south end lies Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge.
Protected water
Devils Hole and the 1976 Ruling
Devils Hole is a water-filled limestone cavern and a detached unit of Death Valley National Park, set inside Ash Meadows. Its endangered pupfish spawn on a shallow rock shelf only about 11 by 16 feet, and the pool is tied to the regional groundwater system.
When irrigation wells were drilled nearby in the late 1960s, the water level in Devils Hole began to drop. The federal government sued the well owners in 1971, and in 1976 the U.S. Supreme Court decided Cappaert v. United States, protecting a minimum water level in the cavern.
That ruling still shapes groundwater decisions here. Anyone planning a larger commercial or agricultural well should expect state review of potential effects on the springs.
Amargosa Valley on the Map
The independent local well drilling contractors this site connects you with work across Amargosa Valley and the surrounding area.
Hydrogeology
Where Amargosa Valley's Water Comes From
Groundwater reaching Ash Meadows comes from as far away as Pahute Mesa, the Spring Mountains and the Sheep Range. From Ash Meadows, water keeps moving underground toward Furnace Creek in Death Valley, providing about 40% of the discharge there. Some observers describe the two basins as so closely linked they could be considered one.
In 2022, Nevada's State Engineer held hearings in Amargosa Valley on Order 1330, a proposal to manage the basin's groundwater using a 2020 USGS model of the Death Valley regional flow system. For a homeowner, the takeaway is that local groundwater is closely watched, and well plans should start with a check on current rules.
Statewide, a single-family domestic well can generally use up to 2 acre-feet a year without a water right. Larger uses need a permit, and our irrigation wells page covers how that works.
Larger users should expect any new permit application to be weighed against possible effects on the protected springs, which can add time to a project.
Common jobs
Well Work Amargosa Valley Owners Call About
Pump failures are the most common call. Long distances between properties mean a dead pump can leave a household without water for longer, so many owners keep the contractor's number handy and replace aging pressure tanks before they quit. See pump installation and repair.
New homes on bare land need new wells, and the driller files a Notice of Intent with NDWR before drilling. Farm properties may need bigger wells, rehab, or pump upgrades.
Remote sites can carry travel or mobilization charges, so ask about those when you request a quote. Grouping a pump check and a water test into one visit can save a second trip, and it gives you a fuller picture of the system in one go.
Tips for Amargosa Valley Well Owners
A few habits go a long way when you're far from town.
- Keep a record of your well's depth, pump setting and installation date.
- Check the pressure tank's air charge once a year.
- Test the water after any pump work or if taste or color changes.
- Confirm any well contractor's Nevada license and insurance yourself before hiring.
- Talk with NDWR before planning any use beyond household needs.
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See How a Water Well Is Drilled
A general overview that helps Amargosa Valley property owners know what to expect before a contractor arrives.
Quick answer
Can I Drill a Domestic Well in Amargosa Valley?
Generally yes. Nevada lets a single-family domestic well use up to 2 acre-feet a year without a separate water right, as long as the driller holds a Nevada license and files the required Notice of Intent. Because the basin is closely managed to protect Devils Hole and Ash Meadows, check current State Engineer rules for your parcel before you start, especially for anything larger than household use.
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Amargosa Valley FAQ
How far is Amargosa Valley from Pahrump?
About 35 miles northwest. Contractors based in the Pahrump area commonly travel there, though travel charges may apply.
Is there a water system in Amargosa Valley?
Most homes rely on private wells. If you're unsure whether your parcel can connect to any system, check before planning a new well.
Does Devils Hole affect my household well?
It mainly affects larger pumping and new permits, which get reviewed for impacts on the springs. Household wells still follow state drilling rules.
Should I test my well water?
Yes. Rural Nevada wells can carry arsenic and other naturally occurring minerals, so a water test is a good idea.
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Call (775) 208-0842We operate this website and connect local customers with local contractors. Pahrump Well Drilling doesn't perform well drilling and well service work, doesn't supervise contractors, and doesn't check any contractor's insurance, licensing, or credentials, so confirm those yourself before hiring.
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How This Website Works
Disclaimer: Pahrump Well Drilling operates this website to connect local customers and businesses in Pahrump, NV and nearby communities with independent local well drilling contractors. We are not a well drilling contractor, we do not perform, supervise, or warrant any well drilling and well service work ourselves, and we do not check, verify, or confirm any contractor's license, insurance, credentials, or qualifications. Confirming those things is the customer's responsibility before hiring. Any price you're quoted comes from the contractor, not from us, and any agreement and the work itself are strictly between you and the contractor you choose. Calls placed through this site may be routed to an available local contractor. See the full disclaimer.