Hitchcock County, Nebraska
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Hitchcock County, Nebraska.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulco silt loam, 9 to 30 percent slopes | 125K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keith silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 114K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith and Blackwood silt loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sulco complex, 9 to 60 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ulysses-Sulco silt loams, 6 to 9 percent slopes, eroded | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 14K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keith silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Blackwood silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Blackwood silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sulco loam, 9 to 30 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sulco-Ulysses silt loams, 9 to 30 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blackwood loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Buffalo Park silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bridget silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bridget silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Valent fine sand, rolling | 6K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Inavale loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sulco silt loam, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Craft loam, channeled, frequently flooded | 3K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 43% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 45% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.