Natrona County Soil Data

Natrona County, Wyoming

Avg pH

N/A

Texture

Unknown

Drainage

N/A

Organic Matter

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Hydrologic Group

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Data Story

About Soil in Natrona County, Wyoming

The Alkaline Soil of Natrona

While specific local pH data is unavailable, the county generally follows the state's alkaline profile of 7.18. This is significantly higher than the national median of 6.5, favoring plants that tolerate basic soils.

Understanding Local Soil Workability

Precise percentages for sand, silt, and clay are not recorded for this area. Residents should look for signs of heavy clay which can limit drainage or high sand which requires more frequent watering.

Fertility Goals for Central Wyoming

Organic matter data is missing for the county, but the national average of 2.0% is a good minimum target. Aiming for the state average of 5.40% requires significant and consistent organic amendments.

Water Management Challenges

There are no dominant drainage classes recorded for Natrona County at this time. Proper irrigation management is critical here to prevent the buildup of minerals in the upper soil layers.

Gardening Success in Zone 5a

Natrona County is in Hardiness Zone 5a, making it suitable for cool-weather crops like broccoli and kale. Start your backyard plot now to enjoy a productive Wyoming growing season.

Soil Composition

Composition data not available for this county.

Soil pH

pH data not available for this county.

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: Unknown

O HorizonOrganic layer
0-2"
A HorizonTopsoil
2-10"
B HorizonSubsoil
10-30"
C HorizonParent material
30-60"
R HorizonBedrock
60"+

Typical soil profile. Actual depths vary by location.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of soil does Natrona County have?

Natrona County's soil is classified as Unknown. This indicates the relative proportions of sand, silt, and clay — sand percentage unavailable, silt percentage unavailable, and clay percentage unavailable. Sandy soils drain quickly but may need more frequent irrigation and fertilization.

Is Natrona County's soil acidic or alkaline?

pH data is not available for Natrona County.

What is the drainage class for Natrona County?

Drainage class data is not currently available for Natrona County.

What crops or plants grow well in Natrona County's soil?

Based on Natrona County's Unknown texture, soil pH, and drainage class, the soil is well suited for a variety of crops depending on local conditions.

What USDA soil order is found in Natrona County?

The dominant USDA soil order for Natrona County is not currently available in our dataset.

Other Counties in Wyoming

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.