Granbury draws people in — the historic square, Lake Granbury, the Opera House, Pecan Plantation — and a lot of those people end up buying property that runs on well water. Whether you're in a lakeside home off Highway 377, a 2-acre lot in Pecan Plantation, or a working ranch out toward Tolar or Lipan, your water comes from the ground. And in Hood County, that means you're depending on the Paluxy aquifer.

Legacy Water Well has been serving the Granbury area for years, and we know the Paluxy formation here better than most. It's a good aquifer when properly constructed and maintained, but it has real limitations — particularly drought resilience and yield variability. We've helped hundreds of Hood County property owners navigate those challenges.

Why does well water yield vary so much across the Granbury area?

The Paluxy aquifer isn't a uniform underground lake — it's a sandstone formation with varying thickness, porosity, and permeability. Two properties a quarter mile apart can have dramatically different yields. The formation runs thicker around Granbury and thins toward Glen Rose and Tolar. During droughts of 2011 and 2022, many Granbury wells saw significant yield reductions. We drill and complete wells to maximize yield — proper screen placement, correct pump sizing, and appropriate well development make the difference.

Is the hard water in Granbury damaging my plumbing?

Almost certainly. Hardness levels of 15-25+ grains per gallon are common in Paluxy wells. At those levels, you get scale buildup in water heaters (reducing efficiency), mineral deposits in pipes (reducing flow), and white crusty buildup on fixtures. A properly sized water softener or conditioning system pays for itself by extending equipment life.

Can I drill a well on my Pecan Plantation lot?

Yes, but there are additional considerations. Pecan Plantation's HOA may have setback and equipment visibility requirements. We've drilled multiple wells within Pecan Plantation and understand both the geological conditions and community guidelines. Contact us for a property-specific consultation.

Paluxy Aquifer Specialists

The Paluxy behaves differently here than in Parker County or further north. We understand formation depths, typical yields by area, water chemistry patterns, and seasonal fluctuations. When a homeowner near Acton calls about dropping water levels, we already have a good idea what's happening.

Drought Experience That Matters

The 2011 drought was a defining event for Hood County well owners. Wells that had produced reliably for decades suddenly dropped. We were in the middle of it — deepening wells, lowering pumps, drilling replacements. Every well we drill today incorporates those hard-won lessons.

Full-Service From Drilling to Filtration

New well drilling, pump repair and replacement, pressure and storage tanks, and complete water treatment systems. One company knows your entire system. One company is accountable.

No-Nonsense Communication

We explain what's wrong in language you understand, give you a price before we start, and don't surprise you with add-ons.

The Paluxy Aquifer: Hood County's Underground Lifeline

The Paluxy is accessed at 100-500 feet, with most residential wells in the 200-400 foot range. It produces 5-20 GPM for properly constructed wells — adequate for most residential and small agricultural use. South toward Glen Rose, the formation transitions. West toward Tolar and Lipan, it can thin.

The Seasonal Reality

Summer temperatures exceed 100°F, driving up water demand while drought reduces aquifer recharge. We design every system with drought in mind — proper pump sizing, pressure tanks that reduce cycling, and pump depths with adequate margin below expected drought water levels. Talk to us about drought-proofing your well.

Our Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Comprehensive Site Visit. Equipment inspection, water quality testing, flow rate and static water level measurement. Free.

Step 2: Straight-Talk Recommendation. Options that fit your situation, budget, and long-term needs.

Step 3: Licensed, Permitted Work. TDLR-licensed, TCEQ specifications. We don't cut corners on casing, grouting, or sanitary seals.

Step 4: Complete Verification. Flow rate, pressure, water quality — all documented and explained.

What Well Work Costs in Granbury

• Well pump diagnosis & repair: $300-$1,200
• Submersible pump replacement: $1,500-$4,000+
• Pressure tank replacement: $400-$1,000
• Water softener / hard water treatment: $1,200-$3,500
• Well deepening: $3,000-$8,000
• New Paluxy well (200-400 ft): $8,000-$20,000