What is well yield?

Well yield refers to the rate at which water can be extracted from a well over a specific period, typically measured in gallons per minute or liters per second. This measurement is crucial for determining how effectively a well can supply water for various needs, such as irrigation, domestic use, or industrial processes. A well that has a high yield can sustain greater demand without dropping the water level significantly, while a lower yield may limit the uses of the well.

The total volume of water extracted in a day does not wholly represent the capability of the well itself but rather speaks to the total extraction over time. The depth of the well and the static water level provide important information about the well’s construction and natural water table but do not directly quantify the well's performance in terms of water delivery. By focusing on the rate of supply, well yield directly addresses the well’s capability to meet the needs of its users reliably.