Dixie National Forest, Utah - Parts of Garfield, Washington, Iron, Kane and Wayne Counties
The most common soil here is Lupinto family, on about 2% of the land. Scandard family and Tolman family come next.
About 55% of the land drains well.
USDA rates 51% of the land very limited for a standard septic drain field, and 44% very limited for homes with basements. That means extra cost or special design, not that it can't be done.
Worth knowing: bedrock lies within 40 inches under 40% of it.
Soils change over short distances, so look up an address below for the soil at that exact spot and the reasons behind each rating.
The biggest mapped areas
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 Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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 Dixie National Forest, Utah - Parts of Garfield, Washington, Iron, Kane and Wayne Counties. 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 | 598K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Scandard family, cool-Recklor family complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes, stony | 54K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wesdy family-Faim family-Arrowpeak family complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bernal family, stony-Muzzler family-Aridic Argiustolls complex, 15 to 60 percent slopes | 34K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Elbuck family, extremely stony-Hesperus family complex, cool, 10 to 40 percent slopes | 31K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bodacious family-Pioche family complex, 20 to 60 percent slopes | 28K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tolman family, cool-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 50 percent slopes | 21K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bernal family, stony-Pastorius family, stony, dry-Dalcan family, dry association, 30 to 80 percent slopes | 21K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dalcan family-Pastorius family, stony-Osha family, dry complex, 20 to 60 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Rizno family-Worf family complex, moist, 30 to 50 percent slopes | 20K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ivywild family-Cowood family-Rock outcrop complex, 2 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 19K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lupinto family, moist, stony-Breece family, dry association, 2 to 30 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sampson family-Motoqua family, moist complex, 20 to 60 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Skyview family-Syrett family complex, 0 to 30 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ustic Torriorthents-Ustic Calciargids, moist complex, 20 to 40 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Syrett family-Paunsaugunt family-Typic Ustorthents family complex, 30 to 65 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Buffmeyer family-Rogert family-Sawpit family complex, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Dollarhide family, rubbly-Gralic family complex, 30 to 70 percent slopes | 15K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Davtone family-Cundiyo family, moist complex, 0 to 40 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Featherlegs family, very stony-Motoqua family-Rock outcrop complex, 15 to 60 percent slopes | 14K | D | 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 44% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 51% 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.