Lovelock Area, Nevada, Parts of Pershing and Churchill Counties
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Lovelock Area, Nevada, Parts of Pershing and Churchill Counties.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humboldt silty clay, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sondoa-Swingler-Isolde association | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ryepatch clay, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lovelock silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Slawha silt loam, strongly saline-sodic, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lovelock silt loam, ponded, strongly saline-sodic, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Humboldt silt loam, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sondoa silt loam, strongly saline-sodic, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bigmeadow silt loam, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brinker silt loam, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Placeritos loam, strongly saline-sodic, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Slawha silt loam, slightly saline-sodic, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Placeritos loam, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ryepatch silty clay loam, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 1K | Poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Humboldt silt loam, drained, strongly saline-sodic, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Armydrain silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 1K | Poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lovelock silt loam, drained, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Slawha silty clay loam, strongly saline-sodic, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 1K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lahontan silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 1K | D | Not rated | Not rated |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 97% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 92% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.