Reno 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 Reno County, Kansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shellabarger sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 62K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Shellabarger-Nalim complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tivin-Dillhut fine sands, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 34K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hayes-Solvay loamy fine sands, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Saltcreek and Naron fine sandy loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Jamash-Piedmont clay loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Farnum and Funmar loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Pratt-Turon fine sands, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Albion-Shellabarger sandy loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ost-Clark loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Turon-Carway complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Nalim loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Avans loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kanza-Ninnescah sandy loams, frequently flooded | 22K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Taver loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 21K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Funmar-Taver loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 20K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Darlow-Elmer complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Avans loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Punkin-Taver complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Saltcreek-Funmar-Farnum complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | 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 92% 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.