Lincoln County 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 Lincoln County Area, New Mexico.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deama-Rock outcrop association, very steep | 272K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Deama-Pastura association, moderately sloping | 263K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Deama very cobbly loam, moderately sloping | 193K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pastura loam, gently sloping | 137K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darvey-Pastura association, gently sloping | 114K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Darvey-Asparas association, gently sloping | 114K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Penistaja-Travessilla association, gently sloping | 86K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tortugas-Rock outcrop association, extremely steep | 77K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reventon-Sampson association, gently sloping | 57K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ector-Rock outcrop association, moderately sloping | 57K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hogadero-Pena association, moderately undulating | 52K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tulargo-Andergeorge association, gently sloping | 48K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ector-Rock outcrop association, moderately steep | 47K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tortugas-Asparas-Rock outcrop association, moderately sloping | 46K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tortugas-Rock outcrop association, moderately sloping | 44K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pastura-Harvey association, moderately rolling | 44K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Deama-Pastura association, moderately undulating | 35K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gabaldon silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ector-Kimbrough association, gently sloping | 32K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Harvey-Darvey association, loam surface, gently sloping | 28K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 74% 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 81% 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.