Rogers County, Oklahoma
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 Rogers County, Oklahoma.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dennis silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 46K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dennis-Bates complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 43K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bates-Collinsville complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 39K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 27K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Eram-Verdigris complex, 0 to 12 percent slopes | 24K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shidler stony silty clay loam, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hector stony sandy loam, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Osage clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 16K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Claremore silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Verdigris clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Choteau silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wagstaff silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hector-Linker complex, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Verdigris silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 12K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hector-Endsaw complex, 20 to 35 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Collinsville stony loam, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Taloka silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Parsons silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bates and Dennis soils, 3 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Apperson and Summit soils, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 76% 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 92% 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.