Alfalfa County, Oklahoma
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Alfalfa County, Oklahoma.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pond Creek silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 71K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Grant silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 46K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dale silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 38K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pond Creek silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Grant-Nash complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Yahola fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 17K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Salt flats, frequently flooded, occasionally ponded | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reinach very fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Carwile, ponded-Devol complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 16K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grant silt loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gracemont fine sandy loam, saline, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 15K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eda sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Quinlan-Woodward complex, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lovedale fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Goltry-Tivoli fine sands, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Brewer silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 11K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 11K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Devol fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Eda sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Woodward-Quinlan complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 36% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 39% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
Gardening & Agriculture
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.