Woodruff 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 Woodruff County, Arkansas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kobel silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 25K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yancopin silty clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Foley-Bonn complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 20K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tuckerman silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 20K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Overcup silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 19K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| McCrory fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Henry silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kobel silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 14K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jackport silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tuckerman loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calhoun silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Askew fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bulltown loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Teksob loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kobel silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, ponded | 10K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grubbs silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Teksob loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Yancopin silty clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wiville fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Hillemann silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 85% 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 100% 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.