Chaves County, New Mexico, Northern Part
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 Chaves County, New Mexico, Northern Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faskin fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 138K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ratliff-Redona association, gently undulating | 133K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Roswell-Jalmar fine sands, hilly | 120K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hollomex, moist-Milner-Reeves, moist loams, moderately undulating | 108K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hollomex-Reeves-Milner, dry loams, gently undulating | 68K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Blakeney-Ratliff association, moderately undulating | 65K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ector very cobbly loam, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 61K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sotim-Simona association, moderately undulating | 50K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ector very cobbly loam, dry, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 48K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Faskin-Roswell complex, hummocky | 48K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Alama-Poquita association, nearly level | 48K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Jalmar-Roswell-Pyote association, moderately undulating | 43K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Redona-Canez association, gently undulating | 41K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tucumcari clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 39K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Pastura-Darvey association, moderately undulating | 39K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Redona-Canez association, loam surface, gently undulating | 32K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Deama-Darvey-Rock outcrop association, moderately rolling | 32K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reeves, moist-Milner-Hollomex, moist association, gently undulating | 30K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Amarose-Douro loamy fine sands, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ector-Rock outcrop complex, dry, hilly | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very 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 44% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.