Morgan Area, Utah - Morgan County and Part of Weber County
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Morgan Area, Utah - Morgan County and Part of Weber County.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star silt loam, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 58K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lucky Star-Charcol complex, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| St. Marys cobbly loam, 30 to 50 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Charcol gravelly fine sandy loam, 30 to 50 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moweba-St. Marys complex, 30 to 50 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Durfee stony loam, 30 to 70 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Poleline stony loam, 40 to 70 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Herd-Yence complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Agassiz-Rock outcrop complex, 40 to 70 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Foxol-Rock outcrop complex, 40 to 70 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hawkins silty clay, 15 to 30 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Etchen very cobbly loam, 25 to 50 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moweba gravelly loam, 30 to 50 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yeates Hollow very stony loam, 10 to 30 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hoskin-Rock outcrop complex, 50 to 70 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kilfoil-Rock outcrop complex, 40 to 60 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smarts loam, 40 to 60 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Isbell loam, 40 to 60 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Manila loam, 25 to 40 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Poleline-Patio association, very steep | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 95% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 100% 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.