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San Joaquin Soil Series

USDA Code: CA0654

K-Factor

0.32

Soil Erodibility Factor

Texture Class

loam

Drainage Class

moderately well drained

About San Joaquin

Moderately deep soils with a hardpan, formed in alluvium from granitic rock sources. Found on low terraces and fan remnants.

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

California Distribution

Extensive in the eastern San Joaquin Valley. The duripan (hardpan) at 20-40 inches depth limits root penetration.

Counties Where Found

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