Looking for a well driller in Little River-Academy, TX? Describe your project once and up to three licensed well drillers who work in Little River-Academy and Bell County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Little River-Academy is home to about 2,025 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+2.0% since 2020). With 1,060 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Homes and farms beyond the reach of public water rely on private wells, drilled and serviced by local licensed drillers.
Little River-Academy at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 2,025 (+2.0% since 2020)
- Rank in Texas
- 604th of 1,224 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.9 sq mi
- Population density
- 1,060 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Little River-Academy city)
- Main county
- Bell County
What to check before hiring in Little River-Academy
- License: in Texas, water well drilling and pump installation are licensed or registered by the state in most cases. Ask for the license number.
- Well logs: the state keeps logs of nearby wells; they help estimate depth and yield.
- Price drivers: depth, geology, casing and grouting required, pump and pressure system.
- Water testing: test the water after drilling and then regularly; the owner is responsible for its quality.
Useful official resources
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EPA: private wells
Testing and protecting a private well.
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NGWA
The national association of groundwater professionals.
Services available in Little River-Academy
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New water well
Drilling, casing and development of a new water well, with the state well permit and log.
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Well pump installation or repair
Installation, replacement or repair of the well pump, pressure tank and controls.
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Well inspection or rehabilitation
Inspection, cleaning, deepening or proper abandonment of an existing well.
Frequently asked questions in Little River-Academy
How much does a well cost in Little River-Academy, TX?
Mostly depth and geology: drillers often price per foot, plus casing, pump and connection. Describe your project: drillers who serve Little River-Academy reply with a quote.
How long does drilling take?
Often one to three days of drilling once the permit is issued, then the pump and plumbing.
Can my old well be fixed?
Sometimes: cleaning, a new pump or deepening can restore it. A well professional can tell you after an inspection.
Which licensed well drillers will contact me?
Up to three independent licensed well drillers who serve Little River-Academy and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.