Pike County, Arkansas
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 Pike County, Arkansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherless-Littlefir-Nashoba complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 90K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sherless-Littlefir complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sherless-Littlefir-Nashoba complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carnasaw-Sherless complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, extremely stony | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Peanutrock very gravelly fine sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Peanutrock very gravelly fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Pikecity silt loam, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Peanutrock very gravelly fine sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 9K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Dela fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 8K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tiak-Antoine complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carnasaw-Zafra-Clebit complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, moderately eroded, rubbly | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bonnerdale fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Speer fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Guyton silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 7K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Peanutrock-Tiak complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sherless-Nashoba complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes, extremely stony | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vaughn-Pikecreek complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 6K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ochlockonee fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carnasaw-Sherless complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes, extremely stony | 5K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 35% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 94% 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.