Meeker County, Minnesota
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). 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 Meeker County, Minnesota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 22K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Koronis loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Swedegrove-Lundlake complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reedslake-Le Sueur complex, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Muskego, Blue Earth, and Houghton soils, ponded | 11K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hamel-Glencoe complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Koronis loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cosmos silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Muskego, Blue Earth and Houghton soils, lundlake catena, 0 to 1 percent slopes, ponded | 9K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Webster clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Uniongrove loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wadenill loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Marcellon loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Strout-Arkton complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Harps-Okoboji complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canisteo-Glencoe complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cokato-Storden complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Clarion-Swanlake complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Grovecity loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Forestcity, overwash-Forestcity complex, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 63% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 84% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.