Sioux County, Iowa

Survey Area IA167 Iowa

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 Sioux County, Iowa.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Galva silty clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded 109K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Galva silty clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 71K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Primghar silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 41K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Galva silty clay loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, eroded 34K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Primghar silty clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 26K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Colo silty clay loam, deep loess, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded 20K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Galva silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 19K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Radford silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 15K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Marcus silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 13K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Galva silty clay loam, terrace, 0 to 2 percent slopes 11K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Radford-Judson complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes 10K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Moody silty clay loam, cool, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded 9K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Afton silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded 8K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Judson silty clay loam, deep loess, 2 to 5 percent slopes 7K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Galva silty clay loam, terrace, 2 to 5 percent slopes 7K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Ely silty clay loam, shallow loess, 2 to 5 percent slopes 6K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Moody silty clay loam, cool, 6 to 11 percent slopes, eroded 6K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Ida silt loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, severely eroded 5K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Calco silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded 4K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Wadena loam, 32 to 40 inches to sand and gravel, 0 to 2 percent 4K Well drainedBNot limitedVery limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 33% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 98% 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

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.

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