Storey County Area, Nevada
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 Storey County Area, Nevada.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doorkiss-Ister-Ceejay association | 39K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grumblen-Ceejay Dorkiss association | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reywat-Ister-Rock outcrop association | 12K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Devada-Reywat-Duco association | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Doorkiss-Ceejay association | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fulstone-Reno complex, 2 to 30 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tunnison-Longcreek-Devada association | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reywat-Devada-Rock outcrop association | 5K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Duco-Devada-Tristan association | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ceejay-Doorkiss-Skeddadle | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ceejay very stony loam, 30 to 50 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Theon-Ceejay-Rock outcrop association | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reywat-Tristan-Devada association | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ceejay-Doorkiss-Ceejay association | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ceejay-Manogue association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Old Camp-Aldax-Rock outcrop association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Theon-Old Camp association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reywat-Devada-Ister association | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Doorkiss-Old Camp-Rock outcrop association | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Duco-Smallcone-Cagle association | 2K | Well drained | D | 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.