York County, Nebraska

Survey Area NE185 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 York County, Nebraska.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Hastings silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 173K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Hastings silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 41K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Hastings silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded 32K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Hastings silt loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes 18K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Hastings silty clay loam, 7 to 11 percent slopes, eroded 18K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Butler silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 15K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Hord silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, warm 12K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Uly-Hobbs silt loams, 11 to 30 percent slopes 11K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Hord silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 10K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Fillmore silt loam, frequently ponded 8K Somewhat poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Hobbs silt loam, channeled, frequently flooded 7K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Hobbs silt loam, occasionally flooded 4K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Hobbs silt loam, frequently flooded 4K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Crete silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 3K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Geary-Hobbs silt loams, 0 to 30 percent slopes 2K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Geary silty clay loam, 7 to 11 percent slopes, eroded 2K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Geary silty clay loam, 3 to 7 percent slopes, eroded 1K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Water 1K Not ratedNot rated
Hastings silt loam, 7 to 11 percent slopes 1K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Massie silty clay loam, frequently ponded 1K Very poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.

Septic Systems

About 92% 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.

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