Cheyenne County, Colorado
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Cheyenne County, Colorado.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wiley complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes, eroded | 130K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith-Ulysses silt loams, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 93K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Keith-Richfield silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 83K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Valent-Bijou loamy sands, 1 to 12 percent slopes | 71K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Valent loamy sand, 1 to 15 percent slopes, warm | 50K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Fort Collins loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 47K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Stoneham loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 44K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Satanta loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Stoneham loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 42K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Satanta-Colby complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olnest sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 38K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Not limited |
| Manzanst clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Colby silt loam, 1 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 23K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ulm loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bankard-Glenberg complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes, moist, occasionally flooded | 22K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wiley complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 21K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Goshen silt loam, rarely flooded | 20K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sampson loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olnest-Manzanst complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Not limited |
| Sundance loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
About 43% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
Gardening & Agriculture
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.