Great Basin National Park, Nevada
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 Great Basin National Park, Nevada.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyole-Osditch association | 7K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Topeki-Badhap-Jonlake association | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bakerpeak-Canyoung-Rock outcrop association | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bricone-Piar-Linpeak association | 5K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keyole-Osditch-Topeki association | 4K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rubble land-Wheelerpek-Cobblywheel association | 4K | Well drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Goodski-Kious-Snacreek association | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jumble-Lemcave-Gaia association | 4K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bricone-Piar-Rock outcrop association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Radol-Eaglepass-Rock outcrop association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Radol-Logring-Rock outcrop assocation | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Badhap-Topeki association | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Windwash-Bricone-Rock outcrop association | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keyole-Rubble land association | 2K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ceebee-Strawbcrek association | 2K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eaglepass-Rock outcrop association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Linpeak-Piar-Bricone association | 2K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jonlake-Badhap-Berrycreek association | 1K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wardbay-Canyoung-Rock outcrop association | 1K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Garnel-Garnel, very steep-Rock outcrop association | 1K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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.