Ramsey County, Minnesota
The dominant drainage class is Very poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A/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 Ramsey County, Minnesota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 10K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land-Kingsley complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 10K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land | 9K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land-Zimmerman complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Udorthents, wet substratum | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land-Chetek complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land-Hayden-Kingsley complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land-Waukegan complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 4K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land-Waukegan complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 4K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Zimmerman fine sand, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Seelyeville muck | 2K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hayden fine sandy loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rifle muck | 2K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kingsley sandy loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Urban land-Lino complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 2K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land-Copaston complex, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 1K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Chetek sandy loam, 12 to 25 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chaska silt loam | 1K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Aquolls and histosols, ponded | 1K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lino loamy fine sand | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very 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
Most soils are reasonably suitable for conventional septic systems, though site-specific conditions always matter. Get a perc test to confirm.
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.