Clay County, Nebraska

Survey Area NE035 Nebraska

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Clay County, Nebraska.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Hastings silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 80K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Crete silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 71K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Hastings silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 54K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Butler silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 26K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Hastings silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded 23K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Crete silt loam, thick solum, 0 to 1 percent slopes 13K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Holder silty clay loam, 7 to 11 percent slopes, eroded 11K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Fillmore silt loam, frequently ponded 9K Somewhat poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Crete silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 8K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Hobbs silt loam, channeled, frequently flooded 7K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Uly-Hobbs silt loams, 0 to 30 percent slopes 7K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Hord silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, warm 6K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Holder silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded 5K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Hobbs silt loam, occasionally flooded 5K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Fillmore silt loam, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes 5K Somewhat poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Scott silt loam, frequently ponded 5K Poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Hastings silty clay loam, 7 to 11 percent slopes, eroded 4K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Hord silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 4K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Geary-Hobbs silt loams, 0 to 30 percent slopes 3K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Massie silty clay loam, frequently ponded 3K Very poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 46% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

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

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.

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