Nuckolls 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 Nuckolls County, Nebraska.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings silt loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 47K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Crete silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, loess plains and breaks | 44K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hastings silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 39K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hastings silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Geary-Uly complex, 11 to 30 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Geary silt loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Crete silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hord silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, warm | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Holder silt loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Geary silty clay loam, 7 to 11 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Uly silt loam, 11 to 30 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Holder silty clay loam, 7 to 11 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hobbs silt loam, channeled, frequently flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hobbs silt loam, occasionally flooded | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Butler silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hord silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hall silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hastings silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Geary variant-Uly complex, 11 to 30 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Geary silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
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 90% 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.