Western White Pine County Area, Nevada, Parts of White Pine and Eureka Counties
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 Western White Pine County Area, Nevada, Parts of White Pine and Eureka Counties.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pookaloo-Cavehill-Rock outcrop association | 218K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palinor very gravelly loam, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 168K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palinor-Urmafot association | 84K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palinor-Shabliss association | 79K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zimbob-Pookaloo association | 76K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pyrat-Heist-Tulase association | 55K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pookaloo-Hyzen-Mijoysee association | 47K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sheffit-Katelana association | 45K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Automal-Wintermute association | 43K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kunzler-Sycomat association | 41K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Douhide-Segura-Cropper association | 39K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sheffit-Blimo association | 38K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Broland-Yody association | 32K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haunchee-Hardol-Hardzem association | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wardbay-Hardol-Adobe association | 30K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hardzem-Haunchee-Wardbay association mlra 28b | 30K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palinor-Shabliss-Tulase association | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Playas-Orupa association | 29K | Poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Duffer-Equis association | 29K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Urmafot-Bobs-Palinor association | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% 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 91% 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.