Goshen County, Wyoming, Northern Part
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Goshen County, Wyoming, Northern Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayem-Manter-Trelona complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 66K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Jayem-Ascalon-Manter complex, 3 to 10 percent slopes | 54K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Rock outcrop-Tassel complex, 6 to 70 percent slopes | 43K | Excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dwyer-Valent-Tassel complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 30K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Valent-Dwyer loamy fine sands, 3 to 10 percent slopes | 26K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Jayem fine sandy loam, 3 to 10 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Dailey-Valent loamy fine sands, 3 to 10 percent slopes | 22K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Wendover-Rock outcrop complex, 10 to 60 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Valent-Dwyer fine sands, rolling | 19K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Satanta-Noden complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Vetal fine sandy loam, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Brownrigg-Featherlegs-Wolf complex, 10 to 40 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dailey-Valent loamy fine sands, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Featherlegs-Wolf loams, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Jayem fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Valent-Dwyer fine sands, hilly | 15K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Satanta-Willowman-Lambman complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Dix-Alice complex, 10 to 40 percent slopes | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Torriorthents, gullied | 9K | Well drained | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Otero fine sandy loam, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 22% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 53% 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.