Waseca 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 Waseca County, Minnesota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canisteo-Glencoe complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 29K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Webster clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 27K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reedslake-Le Sueur complex, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Le Sueur loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 16K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Marna silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nicollet clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cordova clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarion loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lester loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hamel, overwash-Hamel complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glencoe clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Muskego, Blue Earth, and Houghton soils, ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Angus-Kilkenny complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 5K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Lester-Kilkenny complex, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Le Sueur-Lerdal complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Delft, overwash-Delft complex, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Muskego soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klossner muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coland clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 3K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% 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 97% 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.