Cieneba Soil Series
USDA Code: CA0090
K-Factor
0.2
Soil Erodibility Factor
Texture Class
coarse sandy loam
Drainage Class
somewhat excessively drained
About Cieneba
Shallow to very shallow, somewhat excessively drained soils formed in residuum derived from granitic and related crystalline rocks. Lithic or paralithic contact within 12 inches. Found on strongly sloping to very steep mountains and hills, slopes of 15 to 90 percent.
K-factor values are sourced from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) SSURGO database.
California Distribution
Extensively mapped in San Diego County in the Peninsular Ranges backcountry. Also occurs in Riverside County. High erosion hazard due to shallow depth, steep slopes, and periodic chaparral wildfire. Important for watershed and post-fire erosion assessment.
Counties Where Found
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