Snake Range Area, Nevada, Part of White Pine 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 Snake Range Area, Nevada, Part of White Pine County.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noski-Cedarcabin association | 8K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haunchee-Muiral-Rock outcrop association | 8K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Noski-Canyonfork-Cedarcabin association | 7K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lodar-Monarch-Highup association | 7K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Radol-Lodar-Rock outcrop association | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eaglepass-Rock outcrop-Amtoft association | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bakerpeak-Canyoung-Rock outcrop association | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Highup-Rock outcrop-Monarch association | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bellenmine-Grube-Rock outcrop assocaiation | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bricone-Piar-Rock outcrop association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bricone-Piar-Linpeak association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wardbay-Haunchee-Muiral association | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Monarch-Cedarcabin-Noski association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pinwheeler-Closkey-Garnel association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wardbay-Zarark-Bakerpeak association | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chainlink-Rouette-Jericho association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Starflyer-Cagas-Rock outcrop association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kyler-Amtoft, very shallow-Rock outcrop association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ursine-Armespan association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keyole-Osditch-Topeki association | 1K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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.