Dodge County, 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 Dodge County, Nebraska.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moody silty clay loam, terrace, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 44K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Moody silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 39K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Luton silty clay, occasionally flooded | 35K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nora silty clay loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes, eroded | 26K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Alcester silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Moody silty clay loam, 6 to 11 percent slopes, eroded | 18K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Gibbon loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zook silt loam, overwash, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 11K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gibbon silty clay loam, occasionally flooded | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zook silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 10K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moody silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Janude loam, clayey substratum, rarely flooded | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Belfore silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 8K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Coleridge silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gibbon-Wann complex, occasionally flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Platte-Inavale complex, channeled, occasionally flooded | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Saltine-Gibbon complex, occasionally flooded | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kennebec silt loam, occasionally flooded | 5K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kennebec and Colo soils, channeled, frequently flooded | 4K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 40% 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.