Rawlins 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 Rawlins County, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colby silt loam, 10 to 25 percent slopes | 158K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keith silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, south | 134K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 118K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kuma silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 88K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ulysses silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 65K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colby silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Campus-Canlon complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, occasionally flooded | 15K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, rarely flooded | 12K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Buffalo Park silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bridgeport silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colby silt loam, 20 to 50 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caruso silt loam, occasionally flooded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sulco complex, 9 to 60 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Colby silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 613 | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ness silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally ponded | 407 | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roxbury silt loam, occasionally flooded | 131 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 58 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Miscellaneous water | 9 | Not rated | Not rated |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 34% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 43% 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.