Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Oregon
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Oregon.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No Digital Data Available | 524K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Limberjim-Syrupcreek complex, 30 to 60 percent north slopes | 47K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Limberjim-Syrupcreek complex, 15 to 30 percent north slopes | 39K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Syrupcreek-Limberjim complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Analulu-Vogel complex, 30 to 60 percent south slopes | 36K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klicker-Fivebeaver-Anatone complex, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bocker-Anatone-Rock outcrop complex, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gutridge-Pasturecreek complex, 30 to 60 percent north slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klicker-Fivebeaver-Anatone complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klicker-Fivebeaver-Anatone complex, 15 to 30 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Anatone-Bocker-Fivebeaver complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bocker-Imnaha-Rock outcrop complex, 30 to 60 percent south slopes | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Limberjim-Syrupcreek complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Syrupcreek-Limberjim complex, 15 to 30 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop, metasediment | 13K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Bocker-Clearline-Rock outcrop complex, 60 to 90 percent south slopes | 13K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bocker-McCartycreek complex, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Anatone-Klicker-McCartycreek complex, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hondu-Analulu complex, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pinuscreek-Rebarrow-Thirstygulch complex, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 40% 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
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.