El Paso County Area, Colorado
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 El Paso County Area, Colorado.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blakeland loamy sand, 1 to 9 percent slopes | 73K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Truckton sandy loam, 3 to 9 percent slopes | 73K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Valent sand, 1 to 12 percent slopes, dry | 63K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Bresser sandy loam, cool, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olney sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Ascalon sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Truckton sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Ascalon sandy loam, 3 to 9 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Columbine gravelly sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ellicott loamy coarse sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 26K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bresser sandy loam, cool, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ustic Torrifluvents, loamy | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wigton loamy sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 23K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Bijou sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 22K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Midway-Razor clay loams, dry, 1 to 18 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vonid sandy loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 21K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Kettle gravelly loamy sand, 8 to 40 percent slopes | 20K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Area not surveyed, access denied | 20K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Pring coarse sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Schamber-Razor complex, 8 to 50 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | A | Very 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 41% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.