Elko County, Nevada, Northeast Part
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 Elko County, Nevada, Northeast Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tecomar-Kram-Amtoft association | 112K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shalcleav-Quarz association | 39K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tweener-Shalper-Cleavage association | 37K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gollaher-Belsac association | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wiffo-Nevador association | 27K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Dewar-Chiara-Hunnton association | 26K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cleavage-Graley-Shalcleav association | 26K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gollaher-Cleavage-Hapgood association | 25K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jericho-Peeko-Izar association | 25K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bluehill-Tomsherry-Xerxes association | 24K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Gollaher-Ekim-Hapgood association | 24K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Xerxes-Shalper-Bluehill association | 24K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cobre-Hundraw-Anowell association | 24K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shalcleav-Gollaher-Keman association | 22K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hopeka-Kzin-Rock outcrop association | 21K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kzin-Holborn-Kzin, eroded association | 20K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amtoft-Jericho-Tecomar association | 19K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Peeko-Zapa association | 19K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cleavage-Keman-Hogmalat association | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Xerxes-Zark-Ashart association | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 91% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 100% 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.