Humboldt National Forest, Nevada, South Part, Parts of Lincoln, Nye and White Pine Counties
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 Humboldt National Forest, Nevada, South Part, Parts of Lincoln, Nye and White Pine Counties.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luset-Notellumcreek-Mattier association | 26K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haunchee-Wardbay-Hardzem association | 24K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pookaloo-Tecomar-Cavehill association | 23K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tecomar-Pookaloo-Zimbob association | 23K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cavehill-Hyzen-Xine association | 22K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Upatad-Atlow-Douhide association | 22K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haunchee-Hardzem-Rock outcrop association | 22K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pookaloo-Cavehill-Rock outcrop association | 21K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mijoysee-Pookaloo-Tecomar association | 20K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Schoolmarm-Starflyer association | 20K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berrycreek-Keyole-Badhap association | 19K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Douhide-Jackrock-Segura association | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Mattier-Jackrock association | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wardbay-Zarark-Bakerpeak association | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tecomar-Zimbob-Pookaloo association | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hardzem-Zarark-Haunchee association | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mattier-Rock outcrop-Douhide association | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haunchee-Rock outcrop-Zarark association | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jarab-Ursine-Armespan association | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bakerpeak-Canyoung-Rock outcrop association | 13K | Well drained | B | 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, flood-prone areas. 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.