Hall County Soil Data
Hall County, Nebraska
Avg pH
6.7
Texture
Loam
Drainage
N/A
Organic Matter
2.3%
Hydrologic Group
N/A
Data Story
About Soil in Hall County, Nebraska
Near-Neutral Soil in Hall County
Hall County maintains a pH of 6.75, which is just a hair below the Nebraska state average of 6.79. It provides a stable chemical environment that is neither too acidic nor too alkaline for standard Midwestern gardening.
Loamy Qualities for Ideal Growth
The profile is balanced with 44.5% sand and 38.9% silt, creating a loamy quality favored by many growers. With clay at 16.6%, the soil has enough structure to hold nutrients without becoming difficult to dig.
Exceeding State Water Benchmarks
Organic matter stands at 2.27%, which is healthy by national standards but lower than the Nebraska average of 3.32%. The soil compensates with an available water capacity of 0.181 in/in, outperforming the state average for moisture storage.
Well-Infiltrated Silt and Sand
Specific drainage and hydrologic group data are not available for this county's dominant soil types. However, the balanced loamy texture suggests that water infiltrates well while still being held long enough for plant uptake.
Diverse Vegetable Crops in Zone 5b
Hardiness zone 5b is perfect for a variety of vegetables including tomatoes, peppers, and squash. With its solid water capacity and manageable texture, Hall County is a great place to cultivate a productive backyard plot.
Soil Composition
Soil pH
Soil Series
Detailed soil series data not yet available for this county.
Hydrologic Group
Hydrologic group data not available.
Drainage Class
Drainage class data not available.
Soil Profile
Dominant texture: Loam
Typical soil profile. Actual depths vary by location.
USDA Soil Orders
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of soil does Hall County have?
Hall County's soil is classified as Loam. This indicates the relative proportions of sand, silt, and clay — 44% sand, 39% silt, and 17% clay. Loamy soils hold moisture well and support a wide range of plants.
Is Hall County's soil acidic or alkaline?
Hall County's soil has a pH of 6.7, which is near neutral. This range is ideal for most garden plants and field crops.
What is the drainage class for Hall County?
Drainage class data is not currently available for Hall County.
What crops or plants grow well in Hall County's soil?
Based on Hall County's Loam texture, pH of 6.7, and drainage class, the soil is well suited for vegetables, grains, and most field crops, row crops and vegetable gardens.
What USDA soil order is found in Hall County?
The dominant USDA soil order for Hall County is not currently available in our dataset.
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Soil data sourced from USDA SSURGO via Soil Data Access. Data is informational only and should not be used as a substitute for on-site soil testing. Contact your local NRCS office for site-specific soil information.