Hodgeman County, Kansas

Survey Area KS083 Kansas

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 Hodgeman County, Kansas.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Harney silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 107K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Harney silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 102K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Penden-Humbarger complex, 0 to 12 percent slopes 40K Well drainedBSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Roxbury silt loam, rarely flooded 36K Well drainedBVery limitedSomewhat limited
Penden silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes 35K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Spearville silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 31K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Campus-Canlon complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes 22K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Kim-Penden silty clay loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes, eroded 19K Well drainedCNot limitedSomewhat limited
Penden silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 15K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Nibson-Wakeen loams, 3 to 20 percent slopes 14K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Harney silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded 14K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Roxbury-Bridgeport complex, channeled, frequently flooded 12K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Harney silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded 10K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Harney silt loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes 9K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Fluvents, frequently flooded 8K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Richfield silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 7K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Bridgeport silt loam, rarely flooded 6K Well drainedBVery limitedSomewhat limited
Uly silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes 6K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Hord silty clay loam, rarely flooded 5K Well drainedBVery limitedSomewhat limited
Uly silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 5K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat 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 62% 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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