Escambia County, Alabama
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Escambia County, Alabama.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benndale-Orangeburg complex, 8 to 12 percent slopes | 74K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bibb soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 70K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Troup fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 49K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Orangeburg fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Benndale fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Benndale-Orangeburg complex, moderately steep | 24K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Troup fine sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 23K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Esto-Dothan-Wagram complex, sloping | 20K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Chewacla-Lenoir-Riverview association | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Greenville fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Benndale fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Not limited |
| Wagram loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Orangeburg fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Freemanville fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Poarch fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Plummer loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes (albany) | 9K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Escambia fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Plummer loamy sand, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dothan fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ruston very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 31% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 35% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
Gardening & Agriculture
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.