Wright County, Minnesota
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate runoff). 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 Wright County, Minnesota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus-Le Sueur complex, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 60K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lester loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 43K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 35K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Angus loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cordova clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 25K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dorset-Two Inlets complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Reedslake-Le Sueur complex, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Angus-Cordova complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lester loam, 10 to 16 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Glencoe clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 11K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klossner muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Houghton muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Muskego, Blue Earth, and Houghton soils, ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lester loam, 10 to 22 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hamel loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Le Sueur loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cordova loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hamel-Glencoe complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canisteo-Glencoe complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | 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 |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 36% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 87% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Despite good drainage overall, limitations may stem from shallow bedrock, steep slopes, or seasonal conditions. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.