Citrus County, Florida
The dominant drainage class is Excessively drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Citrus County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candler fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 74K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Waters of the Gulf of America | 30K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Lake fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 30K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Astatula fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 29K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tavares fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 28K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Arredondo fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Brynwood-Rock outcrop complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 17K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Homosassa-Lacoochee complex | 15K | Very poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Water | 13K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Adamsville fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Weekiwachee-Durbin mucks | 11K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Terra Ceia-Okeelanta association, very frequently flooded | 11K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Basinger fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cypress Lake fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Homosassa mucky fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Okeelanta-Lauderhill-Terra Ceia mucks | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Basinger fine sand, depressional, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Astatula fine sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Candler fine sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Immokalee fine sand | 7K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 31% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 87% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. The well-drained soils may actually drain too fast for standard leach fields, allowing effluent to reach groundwater. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Soils tend to drain very quickly, meaning nutrients and water don't stick around long. Raised beds with amended soil, drip irrigation, and heavy mulching will give the best results. Compost is your best friend here — it improves water retention dramatically.