Lincoln County, Minnesota
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 Lincoln County, Minnesota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes, occasional saturation-Buse-Svea complex, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Barnes-Buse complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 30K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hokans-Svea complex, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Singsaas-Oak Lake complex, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lakepark-Roliss-Parnell, depressional, complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 21K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kranzburg-Brookings silty clay loams, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Forman, occasional saturation-Aastad loams, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Parnell silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vallers clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oak Lake silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Barnes, occasional saturation-Buse complex, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Parnell silty clay loam, depressional, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 8K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Bigstone silty clay loam, depressional, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brookings silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Svea loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Winger silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lamoure-La Prairie complex, channeled, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Buse, eroded-Wilno complex, 12 to 18 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lakepark clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, overwash | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 39% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 96% 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.