Meade County, 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 Meade County, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harney silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 153K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Campus-Canlon complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 50K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mansic clay loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Otero-Mansic complex, 5 to 25 percent slopes | 40K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Spearville silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Optima-Eva complex, 1 to 15 percent slopes | 33K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Eva-Optima-Dalhart complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 25K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Uly silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mansic clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Harney silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Mansic clay loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Likes loamy sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 13K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ness silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally ponded | 11K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Missler silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Otero fine sandy loam, warm, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Roxbury silt loam, rarely flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Uly silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Manter-Satanta complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Mansic clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mansic-Manter complex, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat 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 67% 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.