Lincoln County Area, 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 Lincoln County Area, Wyoming, Southern Part.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langspring-Vermillion family-Conpeak complex, 1 to 10 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sandbranch taxadjunct-Scooby complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 46K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Not limited |
| Rogrube family-Rock River complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sandbranch-Kandaly complex, 0 to 20 percent slopes -- draft | 32K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Not limited |
| Haterton-Sandbranch-Rockinchair taxadjunct complex, 10 to 40 percent slopes -- draft | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Delpoint-Thayne-Rock outcrop complex, 6 to 35 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Forelle, moderately deep-Rock River-Poposhia complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes -- draft | 24K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Piezon-Lilsnake complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes -- draft | 23K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Scudder, extremely stony-Fossilbutte-Davtone complex, 8 to 35 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sandbranch-Westvaco-Haterton taxadjunct complex, 2 to 20 percent slopes -- draft | 22K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Debone-Sagecreek complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes -- draft | 21K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Not limited |
| Piezon-Sagecreek-Sandbranch complex, 0 to 8 percent slopes -- draft | 20K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shurtleff-Arbucap-Teton complex, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Skein-Mantlemine-Kayso complex, 8 to 25 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mantlemine-Tootall family-Jemdilon complex, 4 to 15 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sandbranch taxadjunct-Cumberhill-Poposhia complex, 4 to 15 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sagecreek-Tresano complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes -- draft | 17K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Jemdilon-Tootall-Mantlemine complex, 4 to 35 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Houlihan-Session complex, 8 to 35 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cambarge-Langspring taxadjunct complex, 0 to 20 percent slopes -- draft | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 39% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 79% 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.