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Commonly Asked Questions

Who is NRCS?
What does NRCS do?
How do I participate in specific programs?
How do I order a Soil Survey?
Is there any digital soil data available?
How do I contact my local NRCS office?
 

Who is NRCS?
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is the federal agency that works with landowners to conserve natural resources on private lands. NRCS is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We were formerly called the Soil Conservation Service (SCS).

What does NRCS do?
The agency provides technical and financial assistance to conserve natural resources. While much of the technical assistance helps farmers and ranchers develop conservation systems uniquely suited to their land, the agency also provides assistance to other private landowners and communities to reduce erosion, conserve and protect water, and address other resource concerns. See the Tennessee NRCS Technical Resources and Tennessee NRCS Programs web pages.  

How do I participate in specific programs?
Visit the Tennessee NRCS Programs web page and find more information about the specific program in which you want to participate. If more information is needed visit the Contact Us portion of our web page.

How do I order a Soil Survey?
First, check to see the availability for your county from the status maps. Then you can order a copy via email, phone or regular mail. There is no charge for soil surveys in Tennessee. If there is not a soil survey available for your area, check with your local library for a copy that may be out of publication.

Is there any digital soil data available?
Yes! Many counties are available through your web browser with Web Soil Survey. These data can be downloaded or viewed. Read more about Web Soil Survey.  The Soil Data Mart also provides soil data about counties that don't have maps online.

How do I contact my local NRCS office?
Click here to find a local USDA Service center in your county.  Or, you can use the Tennessee NRCS online directory.  You can also use the Contact Us portion of this web page.