Wisconsin Private Well Grant Program

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Provides grants to homeowners whose wells have failed or gone dry due to drought or other natural causes. Helps replace or deepen wells to restore reliable water supply. Income limits apply.

Grant covers cost of well replacement or deepening for failed wells

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Grants up to $16,000 for well replacement
  • For wells that have failed or gone dry
  • Moderate income limits apply
  • Covers replacement or deepening of well
  • Subject to available funding

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(608) 266-2621

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Subject to funding; contact DNR

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