Dixie National Forest, Utah - Parts of Garfield, Washington, Iron, Kane and Wayne Counties
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Dixie National Forest, Utah - Parts of Garfield, Washington, Iron, Kane and Wayne Counties.
| 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 |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 31% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 35% 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.