Bullock County, Alabama

Survey Area AL011• Alabama

The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). The most common soil order is Ultisols — strongly weathered soils with clay-enriched subsoils, common in warm humid climates. This report summarizes the major soil map units across the survey area to help you understand what to expect when buying, building, or gardening in Bullock County, Alabama. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Mantachie, Iuka, and Bibb soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	44K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Luverne loamy sand, 8 to 20 percent slopes, eroded	44K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Blanton-Bonifay loamy sands, 2 to 8 percent slopes	33K	Moderately well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Conecuh sandy loam, 8 to 20 percent slopes	32K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Conecuh sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded	30K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Luverne loamy sand, 2 to 8 percent slopes	25K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Oktibbeha clay loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded	24K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Conecuh sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded	24K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Urbo and Riverview soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	23K	Somewhat poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Blanton loamy sand, 8 to 20 percent slopes	11K	Moderately well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Lynchburg-Ocilla complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded	10K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Luverne-Blanton-Cowarts complex, 15 to 45 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Goldsboro loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	9K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Maytag-Oktibbeha complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	8K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Oktibbeha clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded	8K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Oktibbeha clay loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded	8K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Cowarts-Luverne loamy sands, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	8K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Cowarts sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded	6K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Luverne-Blanton loamy sands, 5 to 20 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Maytag silty clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded	6K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

Vertisols

High-clay soils that shrink and swell dramatically. Fertile but challenging for foundations and septic systems.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 63% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.

Septic Systems

About 100% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Despite good drainage overall, limitations may stem from shallow bedrock, steep slopes, or seasonal conditions. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.

Gardening & Agriculture

Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.