Beaver Creek Area, Arizona
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). This report summarizes the major soil map units across the survey area to help you understand what to expect when buying, building, or gardening in Beaver Creek Area, Arizona.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springerville very stony clay, 0 to 10 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brolliar stony clay loam, 0 to 10 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Retriever very stony loam, 0 to 20 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Springerville very stony clay, 10 to 20 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stony very steep land, basalt | 14K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Stony steep land, basalt | 14K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Retriever very stony loam, 20 to 40 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Siesta stony silt loam | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brolliar silt loam, deep | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Springerville very stony clay, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stony rough land, basalt and cinders | 8K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Brolliar very stony loam, 0 to 10 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock land-Springerville complex | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Sandstone rock land | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Brolliar stony clay loam, 10 to 20 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rough broken and stony land, limestone | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Karro and laveen fine sandy loams | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sponseller stony silt loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Siesta silt loam, deep | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gem clay loam | 5K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 70% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 77% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Despite good drainage overall, limitations may stem from shallow bedrock, steep slopes, or seasonal conditions. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.