Morris County, Kansas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Morris County, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Labette-Dwight complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 64K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Irwin silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded | 50K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Irwin silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 50K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ladysmith silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 30K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Florence-Labette complex, 2 to 12 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Mason and Reading silt loams, rarely flooded | 25K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Florence cherty silt loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tully silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dwight silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clime-Sogn complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Labette-Sogn silty clay loam, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tully soils, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kipson-Sogn complex, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Labette silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tully silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ivan silt loam, channeled | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ivan and Kennebec silt loams, occasionally flooded | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Irwin silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Irwin silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reading silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 100% 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.