Cheyenne County, Kansas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuma silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 127K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Colby silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 123K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ulysses silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 73K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 56K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colby silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 50K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Otero fine sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colby silt loam, 20 to 50 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Manter fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Sulco complex, 9 to 60 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canyon-Kim loams, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 15K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Satanta loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, rarely flooded | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dwyer loamy fine sand, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bankard sand, occasionally flooded | 9K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Satanta loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Goshen silt loam, rarely flooded | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ulysses silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Glenberg fine sandy loam, rarely flooded | 6K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Razor-Midway silty clay loams, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, channeled | 5K | Well drained | B | 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 38% 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.