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Hanford Soil Series

USDA Code: CA0289

K-Factor

0.28

Soil Erodibility Factor

Texture Class

sandy loam

Drainage Class

well drained

About Hanford

Deep, well drained soils formed in alluvium derived from granitic rock sources. Found on alluvial fans and flood plains from the east side of the San Joaquin Valley. Slopes of 0 to 5 percent. Moderately permeable throughout.

K-factor values are sourced from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) SSURGO database.

California Distribution

One of the most extensively mapped soils in California, covering large areas of Kings, Tulare, and Kern counties. Highly productive for cotton, grapes, and citrus. Named for the city of Hanford in Kings County.

Counties Where Found

Fresno
Kern
Kings
Madera
Tulare

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