Chase County, Nebraska
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Chase County, Nebraska.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valent sand, rolling | 96K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Valent loamy sand, 3 to 9 percent slopes | 58K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Rosebud-Canyon loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sulco silt loam, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Woodly fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kuma silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Valent sand, rolling and hilly | 17K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rosebud loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sulco silt loam, 9 to 30 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alliance silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Blackwood loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Valent loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Otero-Canyon loams, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Goshen silt loam, rarely flooded | 13K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ascalon fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Woodly loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Rosebud-Canyon loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Jayem loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Mace silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Haxtun fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
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 85% 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.