SOIL

Soils affect many areas of our lives.  From growing our food to supporting the foundations of our homes.  Let us help you get to know your soils!  

Web Soil Survey 

The NRCS Web Soil Survey tool (website) allows you to explore area soils and generate reports.  Clicking the image here will take you to their website.  Click the green button to start, define an area of interest, and then start exploring.  Anyone can access the tool.  If you need help, stop by our office.



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Soil Testing

Here is information on how to take a soil sample and labs that perform soil testing.


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Soil Health

Learn principles that can develop healthier soils.


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Know Before You Buy

Conservation Districts are required by State Statute 18-5-306 to complete soil reviews for proposed subdivisions and make recommendations to the county planning commission regarding soil suitability. Subdivision reviews are available at the planning office or at our office at no cost.