Hall 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 Hall County, Nebraska.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 34K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Platte-Bolent complex, occasionally flooded | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hall silt loam, sandy substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wood River-Silver Creek silt loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oneill and Pivot loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Hastings silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Caruso loam, rarely flooded | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wood River silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Valentine-Libory complex, 0 to 9 percent slopes | 8K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Valentine fine sand, rolling | 8K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hord silt loam, sandy substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Alda loam, rarely flooded | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jansen fine sandy loam, overblown, leveled | 8K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Gates silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ortello fine sandy loam, silty substratum, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Hastings silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Gothenburg loam, frequently flooded | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hord silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Butler silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cozad loam, sand substratum, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 50% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 93% 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.