Burt County, Nebraska

Survey Area NE021• Nebraska

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Burt 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
Alcester silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	28K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Moody silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	27K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Ida silt loam, 11 to 17 percent slopes, eroded	17K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Nora silt loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes, eroded	16K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Moody silty clay loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes, eroded	14K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Luton silty clay, rarely flooded	13K	Poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Colo silty clay loam, occasionally flooded	13K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Solomon silty clay, occasionally flooded	11K	Poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Belfore silty clay loam, terrace, 0 to 2 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Forney silty clay, rarely flooded	9K	Poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Moody silty clay loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes	7K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Pohocco silt loam, 11 to 17 percent slopes, eroded	7K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Zook silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	7K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Burchard clay loam, 11 to 17 percent slopes, eroded	7K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Haynie silt loam, deep loess, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded	6K	Moderately well drained	B	Very limited	Somewhat limited
Monona silt loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Belfore silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Nora silt loam, 11 to 17 percent slopes, eroded	5K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Steinauer clay loam, 11 to 30 percent slopes, eroded	5K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Calco silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	5K	Poorly drained	C/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 39% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 81% 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.