Chippewa County, Wisconsin
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Chippewa County, Wisconsin.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newot sandy loam, 15 to 45 percent slopes, very stony | 39K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Menahga loamy sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 28K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Spencer silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 27K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Magnor silt loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 27K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Freeon silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 26K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Almena silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Newood sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 25K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 24K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Lupton muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Billett sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Greenwood peat, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 12K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Capitola-Cebana complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, very stony | 10K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Auburndale silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Burkhardt sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Beseman muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rosholt sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Fallcreek sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wickware silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Withee silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Santiago silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 63% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 90% 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.