Macon County, Alabama
The dominant drainage class is 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 Macon County, Alabama.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinston-Mooreville complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 46K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Conecuh fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 30K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Uchee-Cowarts complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 29K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cowarts loamy sand, 5 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 26K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Marvyn sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Conecuh fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 20K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Urbo-Una-Mooreville complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Uchee loamy sand, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Oktibbeha clay loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Luverne sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Uchee loamy sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lucy-Luverne complex, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Blanton-Luverne complex, 12 to 25 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oktibbeha clay loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eunola sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 8K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Luverne sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Goldsboro loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dogue fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hannon-Maytag complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lynchburg fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 57% 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 81% 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.