Logan 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 Logan County, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulysses silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 149K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 137K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ulysses silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 91K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Colby silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 74K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ulysses silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Buffalo Park-Ulysses silt loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Buffalo Park silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Minnequa-Penrose silt loams, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Keith silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, south | 13K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Midway clay, 7 to 30 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Simeon loamy sand, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Buffalo Park-Ulysses silt loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Elkader silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bridgeport loam, rarely flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Elkader silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Manvel silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, channeled | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Elkader silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Campus-Canlon complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Goshen silt loam, rarely flooded | 4K | Well drained | C | 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 22% 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.