Anaverde Soil Series
K-Factor
0.24
Soil Erodibility Factor
Texture Class
sandy loam
Drainage Class
well drained
About Anaverde
Deep, well drained soils formed in alluvium derived from granitic and mixed rock sources. Found on alluvial fans and valley floors in the high-desert transverse ranges at 2,500–4,000 ft elevation.
K factor values are sourced from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) SSURGO database.
Using Anaverde in a RUSLE calculation
For a California construction project, use the soil K factor with rainfall erosivity, slope length and steepness, cover management, and support practice inputs. The K factor represents the soil erodibility portion of the model, so selecting the soil series that matches the site is important for defensible stormwater documentation.
In a SWPPP workflow, the practical question is not just what soil type is mapped near the project. It is whether the mapped series, K factor, and drainage assumptions match the site evidence well enough to support the RUSLE or RUSLE2 calculation.
California Distribution
Mapped in the Antelope Valley and adjacent high desert areas of Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties. Underlies much of the agricultural land in the Lancaster-Palmdale corridor; used for alfalfa and grain.
Counties Where Found
Anaverde soil FAQ
What is the K factor for Anaverde soil?
Anaverde has a listed K factor of 0.24 in the Rapid RUSLE soil directory. Confirm final values against project specific soil survey data before submitting permit documents.
Where is Anaverde soil found in California?
Anaverde is mapped in Kern, Los Angeles, San Bernardino. County mapping is based on available soil series data and should be verified for the exact project location.
How is Anaverde used in RUSLE erosion calculations?
Use the Anaverde K factor as the soil erodibility input in RUSLE or RUSLE2, along with rainfall, slope, cover, and support practice factors for the site.
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