Pine County, Minnesota
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B/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 Pine County, Minnesota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No Digital Data Available | 247K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Mora-Ronneby complex, 1 to 4 percent slopes, stony | 80K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Millward-Mora-Scott Lake complex, 2 to 20 percent slopes, stony | 75K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Loxley and Beseman soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 44K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ahmeek-Normanna-Cromwell complex, 2 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 36K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Seelyeville, occasionally ponded-Cathro, frequently ponded, complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 35K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Giese, frequently ponded-Canosia complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, stony | 22K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Minocqua-Leafriver-Cathro, 0 to 2 percent slopes, ponded | 19K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hegberg-Eldes complex, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bowstring and Fluvaquents, loamy, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 18K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Augustana-Forbay loams, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Longsiding-Grasston silt loams, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 15K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eldes-Wahbegon, frequently ponded, complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Milaca-Mora complex, 1 to 7 percent slopes, stony | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brennyville-Freer complex, 1 to 4 percent slopes, stony | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Augustana-Hegberg complex, 1 to 7 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alstad-Branstad loams, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grasston silt loam, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Branstad loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 10K | Not rated | Not rated |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 46% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 64% 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.