Chase County, Nebraska

Survey Area NE029• Nebraska

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Chase 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
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

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 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.