Kit Carson County, Colorado
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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 Kit Carson County, Colorado. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuma-Keith silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 140K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Norka silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 124K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Stoneham-Kimst-Fort Collins loams, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 74K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Weld-Norka silt loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 63K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Norka-Colby silt loams, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 59K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Norka-Colby silt loams, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 55K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wages loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 54K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Weld silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Richfield silty clay loam, dry, 0 to 2 percent slopes, eroded | 45K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Stoneham-Fort Collins loams, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Satanta-Sampson, loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 34K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colby silt loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 31K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colby silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Goshen silt loam, rarely flooded | 29K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Valent loamy sand, 3 to 9 percent slopes | 26K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kimst-Wages sandy clay loams, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Glenberg, rarely flooded-Bankard, occasionally flooded, complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norka-Colby-Weld silt loams, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wages loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rago-Weld silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
Soil Orders in This Area
The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.
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 31% 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.