What this tracks
This dataset maps the depth and boundaries of the Ozark Aquifer, a key groundwater source in Kansas, including its top and base elevations.
Why it matters to you
If you rely on well water in Kansas, this data tells you whether the Ozark Aquifer reaches your property and how deep you’d need to drill to access it. Farmers can check if their land sits above viable groundwater before investing in irrigation systems. Developers can avoid building in areas where aquifer depletion risks future water shortages.
How to read this data
FEET — Depth to the aquifer’s base in feet (sample value: -9999 indicates missing data). Negative values mean below sea level.
CODE — Identifies specific aquifer segments (sample value: 222 corresponds to a mapped boundary line).
OZ_BASE_ — Elevation of the aquifer’s base relative to sea level (sample value: 1 suggests shallow depth).
Try it yourself
Check the Kansas Geological Survey’s interactive map to see if the Ozark Aquifer underlies your property by entering your county or coordinates.