Monroe County, Arkansas
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Monroe County, Arkansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foley-Calhoun-Bonn complex | 90K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sharkey soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 78K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jackport silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 33K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Commerce soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 28K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dubbs silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Mhoon soils, frequently flooded | 16K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lafe-Bonn complex | 16K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calhoun silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 10K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Bosket fine sandy loam, gently undulating | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Dubbs silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dundee silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Amagon silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tichnor soils, frequently flooded | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dewitt silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grubbs silt loam | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bosket fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 97% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.