Lincoln County Area, Oregon
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 Lincoln County Area, Oregon.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preacher-Bohannon-Slickrock complex, 35 to 60 percent slopes | 88K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tolovana-Reedsport complex, 35 to 60 percent slopes | 62K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bohannon-Preacher complex, 60 to 90 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fendall-Templeton silt loams, 35 to 60 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Formader-Klistan-Hemcross complex, 60 to 80 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Preacher-Bohannon complex, 5 to 35 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Templeton-Fendall silt loams, 5 to 35 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tolovana-Reedsport complex, 3 to 35 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Apt-McDuff silty clay loams, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Klootchie-Neotsu silt loams, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Formader-Hemcross complex, 35 to 60 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Neskowin-Salander silt loams, 35 to 65 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reedsport-Tolovana complex, 60 to 85 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Neotsu-Necanicum complex, 60 to 90 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Nelscott loam, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Klootchie-Neotsu silt loams, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Formader-Hemcross complex, 3 to 35 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eilertsen silt loam, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Apt-McDuff silty clay loams, 30 to 50 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 90% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 96% 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.