Foster County, North Dakota
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Foster County, North Dakota.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fram-Wyard loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 54K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Heimdal-Emrick loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hamerly-Wyard loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 40K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Barnes-Buse loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Heimdal-Emrick loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Barnes-Svea loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Moderately well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Heimdal-Esmond loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Barnes-Svea loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Vallers-Fram loams, saline, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hamerly-Tonka-Parnell complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Larson-Cathay loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Vallers-Hamerly loams, saline, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Emrick-Cathay loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Barnes-Buse-Langhei loams, 6 to 9 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Parnell silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Heimdal-Esmond-Sisseton loams, 6 to 9 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Colvin-Arveson, loamy substratum complex, saline, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Southam silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Divide loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fram-Tonka-Parnell complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 48% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 48% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.