The frost free period ranges from about 135 to 160 days. Elevation ranges from 800 to 1200 feet. These are the La Farge , and Norden soils. La Farge soils are nearby in similar landscape positions where there is a 20 to 40 inch thick loess mantle. Norden soils are nearby in similar landscape positions where the soil contains more clay.
Surface runoff is medium to very rapid.
Permeability is moderate or moderately acid in the solum and ranges from slow to moderate in the sandstone. Most areas are used for woodland or pastureland. Some of the less sloping areas are used for cropland. Common crops are corn, small grain, and hay. Native vegetation is mixed hardwood forest.