Needham 4 (037-12982)

This is the site of Needham 4. It was started on July 22, 1930, and completed on November 11, 1930, at a depth of 3504 feet. In 1939-40, the well was deepened to 4400 feet. A little oil was found, but there were problems with water getting into the well. It was officially abandoned in 1943. (9/4/2017)

View of the site after the Victor Fire in July of 2023. (8/5/2023)

View of the site from above towards the east after the fire. Highway 14 is in the upper right. (8/12/2023)