Bridger National Forest, Wyoming, Western Part
The dominant drainage class is 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 Bridger National Forest, Wyoming, Western Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock outcrop-Kamack family-Pishkun family, complex, 40 to 90 percent slopes | 90K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wander-Kamack families, complex, 40 to 90 percent slopes -- draft | 53K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kamack-Parkcity families, complex, 10 to 30 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pishkun, moderately deep-Helmville families, complex, 35 to 75 percent slopes -- draft | 34K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Garlet-Dromedary-Woodhurst families, complex, 30 to 70 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tamarron-Enentah-Badwater families, complex, 40 to 90 percent slopes -- draft | 23K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Flygare family-Owlcan family-Savar taxadjunct complex, 0 to 30 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Storm family-Rubble land-Tamarron family, complex, 40 to 90 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Needleton family-Inceptic Haplocryalfs-Owlcreek familiy, complex, 5 to 35 percent slopes -- draft | 21K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Parkcity family-Muiral family-Rubble land complex 40 to 90 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Muggins-Foxton-Pricepeet families, complex, 0 to 30 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Owlcan-Cluff-Worock families, complex, 10 to 50 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vertic Haplocryalfs-Cimarron family, complex, 15 to 40 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tigeron, stony-Herd-Stringam families, complex, 15 to 50 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Washboard-Gralic families, complex, 20 to 60 percent slopes -- draft | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Starman-Midfork families, complex, 40 to 90 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Doolittle-Wetopa-Helmet families, complex, 10 to 50 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wander-Coldfeet-Badwater families, complex, 5 to 40 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Typic Haplocryepts-Dromedary family, complex, 0 to 30 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Muggins, moderately deep-Lonniebie families, complex, 10 to 50 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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.