Lincoln 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 Lincoln County, Nevada, North Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ursine-Mezzer-Armespan association | 72K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ursine association | 69K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kyler-Eaglepass-Rock outcrop association, warm | 63K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kyler-Rock outcrop complex, 8 to 50 percent slopes | 47K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Littleailie-Lojet association | 42K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nevu-Ponyspring-Okayview association | 41K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yotes-Sevenmile association | 39K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Chubard-Richinde association, steep | 38K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zoda-Cath association | 32K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lojet-Chuckmill-Sevenmile association | 32K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palinor-Urmafot-Urmafot, very shallow association | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Watoopah-Zoda-Sevenmile association | 29K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chuffa association | 28K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Colval-Slaw association | 28K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lojet-Qwynn-Littleailie association | 27K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kyler-Eaglepass-Rock outcrop association | 27K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Armespan-Escalante association | 26K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Chubard-Richinde association | 25K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chuffa-Linoyer-Playas complex | 24K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ursine-Escalante association | 23K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% 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 94% 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.