Brevard County, Florida
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A/D (varies with drainage). 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 Brevard County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waters of the Atlantic Ocean | 109K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Myakka sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 67K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Riviera sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 46K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| EauGallie sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 43K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Immokalee sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 31K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Turnbull and Riomar soils, tidal | 27K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomoka muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 26K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 25K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Pineda sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 24K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Micco mucky peat, frequently flooded | 21K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wabasso sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 21K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Everglades mucky peat, frequently flooded | 20K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pomello sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Floridana sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 16K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Floridana, Chobee, and Felda soils, frequently flooded | 14K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canaveral-Anclote complex, gently undulating | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malabar, Holopaw, and Pineda soils | 12K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ittsanapper shelly loamy coarse sand, 2 to 3 meter water depth | 11K | Subaqueous | D | Not rated | Not rated |
| Ittsanapper shelly loamy coarse sand, 1 to 2 meter water depth | 11K | Subaqueous | D | Not rated | Not rated |
| Pompano sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 72% 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 72% 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.