Deschutes National Forest, Oregon
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat excessively drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low runoff). The most common soil order is Andisols — soils formed in volcanic ash, very light and porous. 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 Deschutes National Forest, Oregon. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No Digital Data Available | 347K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Shanahan ashy loamy coarse sand, dry, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 36K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Water | 32K | A | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Lava flows, 0 to 30 percent slopes | 27K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Wanoga-Fremkle-Henkle complex, moist, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wanoga-Lundgren complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lapine-Steiger complex, wet, 15 to 50 percent slopes | 18K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klawhop-Wuksi-Lava flows complex, wet, 3 to 35 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shanahan-Shukash complex, moist, 5 to 50 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kotzman-Moffitt-Lava flows, 0 to 20 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Denoga-Wanoga complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wanoga-Lundgren complex, moist, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klawhop-Wuksi-Lava flows complex, 3 to 35 percent slopes | 16K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shanahan-Shukash-Norwicki complex, 5 to 35 percent slopes | 16K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lundgren ashy sandy loam, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Wanoga-Fremkle-Rock outcrop complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moffitt-Kotzman complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 14K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Norwicki-Shukash-Wuksi complex, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wanoga-Henkle-Rock outcrop complex, 15 to 30 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lemish ashy loamy sand, 5 to 35 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
Soil Orders in This Area
The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 32% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 42% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
Gardening & Agriculture
Soils tend to drain very quickly, meaning nutrients and water don't stick around long. Raised beds with amended soil, drip irrigation, and heavy mulching will give the best results. Compost is your best friend here — it improves water retention dramatically.