Pershing County, Nevada, East 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 Pershing County, Nevada, East Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roca-Reluctan-Sumya association | 78K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oxcorel-Weso-Beoska association | 61K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Roca-Reluctan association | 61K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mazuma-Trocken association | 53K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Atlow-wiskan association MLRA 24 | 50K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Playas | 47K | Very poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Mazuma-Swingler-Trocken association | 43K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Misad-Snapp-Oxcorel association | 43K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Slaven-Iver-Cleavage association | 37K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Typic Udorthents, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 36K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chilper-Trocken-Jerval association | 36K | Well drained | D | Not limited | Very limited |
| Bojo, steep-Hoot-Bojo association | 35K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oxcorel-Beoska-Whirlo association | 34K | Well drained | D | Not limited | Very limited |
| Theon-Singatse association | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roca-Wiskan-Reluctan association | 31K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oxcorel-Beoska association | 29K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Trocken gravelly very fine sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Slaven-Linrose-Iver association | 28K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Whirlo-Beoska-Oxcorel association | 27K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Weso very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 53% 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 81% 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.