Converse County, Wyoming, Southern 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, Southern Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theedle-Kishona-Shingle loams, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 82K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kishona-Cambria-Theedle loams, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 78K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kishona-Cambria loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 60K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rock outcrop-Cathedral complex, 10 to 75 percent slopes | 60K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hiland-Bowbac fine sandy loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 50K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Shingle-Taluce-Badland complex, 10 to 40 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Boyle-Rock outcrop complex, 5 to 25 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dwyer-Orpha loamy sands, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 39K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Shingle-Taluce complex, 6 to 40 percent slopes, very cobbly | 38K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hiland-Bowbac fine sandy loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tyzak-Rock outcrop complex, 6 to 70 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shingle-Badland-Samday complex, 10 to 30 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Boyle-Lininger loams, 1 to 15 percent slopes | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cathedral-Rock outcrop complex, wooded, 6 to 75 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shingle, thin solum-Badland-Taluce, thin solum complex, wooded, 6 to 45 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Theedle-Kishona loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Taluce-Turnercrest-Keeline fine sandy loams, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Theedle-Kishona loams, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Nunnston loam, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sunup-Threetop-Rock outcrop complex, 10 to 40 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 56% 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 70% 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.