Ector and Crane Counties, Texas

Survey Area TX606• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). The most common soil order is Aridisols — dry-climate soils with limited organic matter and often calcium carbonate accumulation. 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 Ector and Crane Counties, Texas. 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
Penwell-Pyote association, undulating	141K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Kimbrough-Stegall association, nearly level	127K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Penwell-Dune land association, rolling	88K	Excessively drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Faskin-Douro association, nearly level	74K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Ratliff association, nearly level	70K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Holloman-Reeves association, nearly level	65K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Conger loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	64K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Jalmar-Penwell association, undulating	64K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Wickett association, gently undulating	59K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Tencee association, undulating	46K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Upton-Reagan association, gently undulating	45K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Conger-Reagan association, nearly level	34K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Reakor association, nearly level	33K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Reagan silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	30K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Kinco-Ima association, gently undulating	30K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Not limited
Faskin-Urban land complex	18K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Kimbrough association, nearly level	16K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Blakeney fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Patrole-Toyah association	8K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Ratliff-Urban land complex	8K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat 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.

Aridisols

Dry-climate soils with low organic matter. Often have caliche layers that make excavation difficult. Low shrink-swell is good for foundations.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

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 71% 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

Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.