Greene County, Alabama
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate runoff). 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 Greene County, Alabama.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubuta-Magnolia-Falaya association, hilly | 62K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Falaya fine sandy loam | 23K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Leaf silt loam | 22K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 19K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Leaf-Angie association | 16K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Marietta and Leeper soils | 13K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Myatt fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Savannah fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Leeper clay | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cahaba fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Angie fine sandy loam, terrace, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sumter silty clay, 3 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Trinity clay | 8K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shubuta-Boswell complex, 8 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lakeland fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ochlockonee fine sandy loam | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Savannah fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oktibbeha soils, 3 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ruston fine sandy loam, terrace, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 87% 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 90% 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
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.