Meadow Valley Area, Nevada, Part of Lincoln County
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 Meadow Valley Area, Nevada, Part of Lincoln County.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schoolmarm-Starflyer-Rock outcrop association | 66K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lojet-Chuckmill-Sevenmile association | 37K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Decan-Uana association | 34K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cedaran-Wakansapa-Turba association | 33K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Slockey-Hamtah-Schoolmarm, extremely gravelly association | 27K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chubard-Richinde-Zoate association | 26K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wakansapa-Cedaran association | 25K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roval-Minu association | 24K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Homestake-Basket association | 22K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wakansapa-Turba-Cedaran association | 22K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lojet-Acana-Linco association | 21K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Decan-Acoma-Uana association | 20K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wakansapa-Rock outcrop-Turba association | 19K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Xeric Torriorthents-Linco association | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Minu-Lojet-Acana association | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ursine association | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Decathon-Basket association | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Denpark-Notellumcreek-Rock outcrop association | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Aned-Newvil-Decan association | 16K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Schoolmarm-Hamtah-Rock outcrop association | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 76% 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.