Henry Mountains Area, Utah, Parts of Garfield, 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 Henry Mountains Area, Utah, Parts of Garfield, Kane, and Wayne Counties.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock outcrop | 174K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Badland-Rock outcrop complex | 139K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Green River-Myton families complex | 101K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moffat loamy fine sand, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 78K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Badland | 69K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Moenkopie-Rock outcrop complex | 62K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chipeta-Badland complex | 52K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chipeta silty clay, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Travessilla complex | 37K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Sheppard loamy fine sand, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 34K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Mellenthin-Rock outcrop-Mido complex | 33K | D | Not rated | Very limited | |
| Circleville-Blazon complex | 29K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Travessilla-Rock outcrop complex | 27K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Montosa family, 4 to 8 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tolman-Rock outcrop complex | 24K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Begay fine sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Farb-Rock outcrop complex | 22K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Begay loamy fine sand, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Stormitt gravelly loam, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rock outcrop-Arches complex | 21K | D | Not rated | Not rated |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 27% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 34% 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.