Converse County, Wyoming, Northern Part
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Converse County, Wyoming, Northern Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiland-Bowbac complex, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 185K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Shingle-Badland-Samday complex, 10 to 30 percent slopes | 177K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Worf-Shingle-Tassel complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 125K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hiland-Bowbac sandy loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 89K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tassel-Tullock-Vonalee complex, 6 to 30 percent slopes | 72K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Samday-Shingle-Worf complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 71K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ulm-Renohill complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 58K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Absted-Arvada-Bone complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 57K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Not limited |
| Forkwood-Cambria fine sandy loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 51K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Shingle-Tassel complex, 2 to 30 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dwyer-Orpha loamy sands, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 32K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Forkwood-Ulm complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ulm-Renohill clay loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Forkwood-Cambria-Cushman complex, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ulm-Bidman complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tassel-Terro-Rock outcrop complex, 15 to 30 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haverdad-Lohmiller complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 21K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wibaux-Rock outcrop-Shingle complex, 6 to 45 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keeline-Tassel-Turnback complex, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 20K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Orella, dry-Rock outcrop-Samday complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 53% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 60% 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.