Eddy Area, New Mexico
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Eddy Area, New Mexico.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reeves-Gypsum land complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 195K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kermit-Berino fine sands, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 195K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Reagan-Upton association, 0 to 9 percent slopes | 189K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ector stony loam, 0 to 9 percent slopes | 182K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reagan loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 145K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ector extremely rocky loam, 9 to 25 percent slopes | 141K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berino complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes, eroded | 138K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Upton gravelly loam, 0 to 9 percent slopes | 125K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Simona-Bippus complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 93K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ector-Reagan association, 0 to 9 percent slopes | 88K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Upton-Reagan complex, 0 to 9 percent slopes | 75K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Limestone rock land | 62K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Gypsum land-Cottonwood complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 61K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Reagan loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 50K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Simona gravelly fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 45K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pajarito-Dune land complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 44K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Reeves-Reagan loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kimbrough-Stegall loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dev-Pima complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tonuco loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 36K | Excessively drained | D | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 53% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 65% 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.