Scotts Bluff 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 Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 33K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mitchell silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tripp very fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mitchell silt loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Otero-Bayard fine sandy loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Bridget very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tassel soils, 20 to 50 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alice fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Mitchell silt loam, 6 to 9 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Yockey loam, occasionally flooded | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dailey and Valent loamy fine sands, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| McCook loam, rarely flooded | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Janise soils, rarely flooded | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dailey and Valent loamy fine sands, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Valent-Dwyer fine sands, rolling | 8K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Barney loam, frequently flooded | 7K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Valent-Dwyer loamy fine sands, rolling | 7K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Tassel-Busher complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gothenburg soils, frequently flooded | 7K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 21% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 36% 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.