Boyd County, Nebraska

Survey Area NE015• Nebraska

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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 Boyd County, Nebraska. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Labu-Sansarc silty clays, 9 to 35 percent slopes	52K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Onita silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	39K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Monowi-Bristow silty clays, 9 to 35 percent slopes	23K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Reliance silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	22K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Ree silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes	14K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Sansarc silty clay, 9 to 35 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Mariaville-Paka loams, 11 to 40 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Labu silty clay, 6 to 11 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Simeon-Valentine complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes, eroded	8K	Excessively drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Bristow silty clay, 30 to 60 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Bristow silty clay, 20 to 40 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Water	7K			Not rated	Not rated
Anselmo fine sandy loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes	7K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Anselmo fine sandy loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Anselmo fine sandy loam, 9 to 15 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Valentine fine sand, 9 to 25 percent slopes	5K	Excessively drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Ree silt loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Dunday loamy fine sand, 3 to 6 percent slopes	5K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Reliance silt loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Monowi-Bristow silty clays, 6 to 15 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 51% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.

Septic Systems

About 97% 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

Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.