Langlade County, Wisconsin
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Langlade County, Wisconsin.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kennan, very bouldery and Kennan sandy loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 61K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kennan, very bouldery and Kennan sandy loams, 15 to 30 percent slopes | 51K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Magnor silt loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 43K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pence sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 43K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Antigo silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Antigo silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Antigo silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lupton and Cathro soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 37K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Minocqua, Cable, and Sherry mucks | 30K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kennan, very bouldery and Kennan sandy loams, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ossmer silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 25K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Billyboy silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loxley, Beseman, and Dawson peats, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 12K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Langlade silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Hatley silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, stony | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pence sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 10K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Lupton, Cathro, and Markey mucks, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Menominee loamy sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Pence sandy loam, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 52% 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 98% 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.