Red Lake County, Minnesota
The dominant drainage class is 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 Red Lake County, Minnesota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smiley loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 48K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kratka fine sandy loam, loamy till substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 23K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Strathcona fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 22K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reiner fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vallers loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hecla loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Foldahl fine sandy loam, loamy till substratum, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Grimstad fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, aspen parkland | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fluvaquents,frequently flooded-Hapludolls complex, 0 to 30 percent slopes | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clearwater clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ulen loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reis-Clearwater clays, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Foxlake loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rosewood fine sandy loam, Aspen Parkland, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Radium loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hattie clay, Aspen Parkland, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Linveldt fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Fairdale silt loam, 1 to 6 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roliss loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glyndon very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 80% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 100% 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.