Lincoln County, Wisconsin
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). 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 Lincoln County, Wisconsin.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnor silt loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 108K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lupton and Cathro soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 58K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Minocqua and Capitola mucks, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 42K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ossmer silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Freeon silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 19K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Magnor, very stony-Ossmer complex, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sarona-Pence sandy loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 17K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Sconsin silt loam, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loxley, Beseman, and Dawson peats, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vilas-Sayner loamy sands, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Sarwet sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Padus-Pence sandy loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Padus-Pence sandy loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Sarona-Pence sandy loams, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vilas-Sayner loamy sands, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 12K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Newood sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 11K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moodig sandy loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Padus-Pence sandy loams, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keweenaw sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 80% 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 96% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.