Clark County, Kansas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate runoff). 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 Clark County, Kansas. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus-Canlon complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 52K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Harney silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 50K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Penden clay loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 46K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Quinlan-Woodward loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 42K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Harney silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wellsford silty clay, 6 to 25 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eda-Tivoli sands, 1 to 12 percent slopes | 26K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kingsdown fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Penden clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Woodward-Quinlan complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Penden clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Missler silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Carey silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Carey silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lincoln loamy fine sand, occasionally flooded | 15K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Albion-Shellabarger sandy loams, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Southside-Fortyone complex, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tivoli fine sand, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 14K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Likes loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Uly silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat 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
About 31% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 74% 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
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.