Lander County, Nevada, North 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 Lander County, Nevada, North Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bioya-Chiara-Cortez association | 39K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sumine-Reluctan=-Cleavage association | 26K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Creemon silt loam, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sumine-Chen-Rock outcrop association | 23K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Beoska silt loam, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Cherry Spring-Enko association | 22K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Playas | 20K | Poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Relley silt loam | 19K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Oxcorel-Beoska-Whirlo association | 16K | Well drained | D | Not limited | Very limited |
| Batan silt loam | 16K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Whirlo-Broyles association | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Wieland-Allor association | 15K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Old Camp, steep-Colbar-Old Camp association | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oxcorel-Golconda-Whirlo association | 14K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vanwyper-Trunk-Trunk, steep association | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wendane silt loam, frequently flooded | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wieland-Oxcorel-Allor association | 13K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kingingham-Golconda-Whirlo association | 13K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Broyles very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Genaw-Perlor-Puett association | 12K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 48% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 72% 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.