Campbell County, Wyoming, Southern 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 Campbell County, Wyoming, Southern Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theedle-Shingle loams, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 106K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Forkwood-Cushman loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 94K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hilight-Wags-Badland complex, 3 to 45 percent slopes | 81K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Theedle loam, 0 to 45 percent slopes, gullied | 78K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Theedle-Kishona loams, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 72K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hiland-Bowbac fine sandy loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 60K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hiland-Bowbac fine sandy loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 54K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Forkwood-Cushman loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 53K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Forkwood-Ulm loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Theedle-Kishona loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bidman-Parmleed loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Arvada, thick surface-Arvada-Slickspots complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Not limited |
| Theedle-Kishona-Shingle loams, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wibaux-Wibaux, thin solum complex, 6 to 40 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ustic Torriorthents-Badland complex, 10 to 80 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cambria-Kishona-Zigweid loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Forkwood-Cambria loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bidman-Ulm loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ucross-Iwait-Fairburn loams, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cushman-Cambria loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 43% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 59% 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.