Great Basin National Park, Nevada

Survey Area NV708• Nevada

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

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

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

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.