Henrys Fork Area, Utah-Wyoming, Parts of: Daggett and Summit Counties, Utah and Sweetwater and Uinta Counties, Wyoming
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Henrys Fork Area, Utah-Wyoming, Parts of: Daggett and Summit Counties, Utah and Sweetwater and Uinta Counties, Wyoming.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luhon-Evanston complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haploborolls-Torriorthents complex, 10 to 70 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blazon thin solum-Blazon-Lilsnake complex, 2 to 40 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roto-Rockinchair-Rencot complex, 1 to 10 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brownsto-Luhon-McFadden complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Blazon-Delphill complex, 6 to 30 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Poposhia loam, 3 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dahlquist very cobbly sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gerst-Strych complex, 10 to 40 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brownsto-Luhon complex, 10 to 35 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hickey loam-Hickey gravelly sandy clay loam complex, 2 to 10 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Babb-Teeler complex, 5 to 35 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rockinchair-Luhon-Rentsac complex, 6 to 30 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Strych-Milok complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bookcliff-Lail-Rabbitex complex, 10 to 25 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Redcreek-Blackhall-Rock outcrop complex, 6 to 35 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| McFadden fine sandy loam, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Rock River loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Grobutte family-Rentsac-Rock outcrop complex, 6 to 65 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hagga-Cowestglen association, nearly level | 3K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 71% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 71% 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.