Beaver County, Oklahoma
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Beaver County, Oklahoma.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alopark-Mocane complex, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 114K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Alopark-Mocane complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 54K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Catesby-Slapout loams, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 44K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Oklark-Alopark loams, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Mocane-Gullied land-Alopark complex, 8 to 45 percent slopes | 37K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Slapout-Laverne loams, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 33K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bigbow loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Catesby-Slapout loams, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dalhart-Eva complex loamy fine sands, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Touzalin frequently flooded-Mocane complex, 0 to 20 percent slopes | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dreyfoos sand, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 24K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Dreyfoos-Mocane complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 24K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Abbie loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Alopark-Mocane complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Dreyfoos sand, 8 to 30 percent slopes | 22K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oklark-Alopark loams, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Balko silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Oklark-Alopark loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Ochiltree-Rock outcrop-Slapout complex, 8 to 45 percent slopes | 21K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canina silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
About 26% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.