Clay County, Florida
The dominant drainage class is Poorly 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 Clay County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leon fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 43K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 33K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Hurricane fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 31K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Penney fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 26K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Rutlege-Osier complex, frequently flooded | 24K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ortega fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 23K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sapelo fine sand | 18K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pottsburg fine sand | 17K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kershaw sand, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 15K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Mandarin fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ridgewood fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Albany fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Centenary fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Pelham fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Allanton fine sand, frequently flooded | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Allanton and Rutlege mucky fine sands, depressional | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Neilhurst fine sand, undulating | 7K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Blanton fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Meggett fine sandy loam | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Maurepas muck, frequently flooded | 6K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 63% 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 87% 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.