Meadow Valley Area, Nevada, Part of Lincoln County

Survey Area NV713• Nevada

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

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

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Aridisols

Dry-climate soils with low organic matter. Often have caliche layers that make excavation difficult. Low shrink-swell is good for foundations.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

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.