Nye County, Nevada, Northeast 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 Nye County, Nevada, Northeast Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stewval-Bellehelen-Rock outcrop association | 186K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stewval-Rock outcrop association | 114K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moreypeak-Bellehelen-Rock outcrop association | 99K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hardhat-Candelaria association | 97K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Kunzler, dry-Sycomat association | 94K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Keefa-Unsel association | 83K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Zadvar-Allker-Peeko association | 83K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zadvar-Handpah association | 68K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stewval-Beelem association | 67K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hyzen-Zimbob-Rock outcrop association | 63K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ardivey-Hollywell-Belted association | 62K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Koyen-Unsel association | 56K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Ursine-Mezzer-Armespan association | 54K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Armespan-Cliffdown-Candelaria association | 53K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rustigate-Nuyobe-Kawich complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 51K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cropper-Segura-Ravenswood association | 49K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cropper-Clanalpine-Bellehelen association | 48K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Playas | 47K | Poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Keefa-Koyen association | 47K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Unsel-Koyen association MLRA 29 | 47K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 67% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 67% 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.