Pratt 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 Pratt County, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saltcreek and Naron fine sandy loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hayes fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 42K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Blanket silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 33K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Albion and Shellabarger sandy loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Farnum and Funmar loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Blanket silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Clark clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Langdon fine sand, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ost clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Solvay loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Case-Clark clay loams, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Farnum and Funmar loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Pratt loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Hayes loamy fine sand, 5 to 10 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Shellabarger fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Albion sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tivin fine sand, 10 to 30 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hayes-Solvay loamy fine sands, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Albion-Kaski complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Blanket silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat 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 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.