De Soto 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 De Soto County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 57K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Immokalee fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 49K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Myakka fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 45K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Farmton fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 36K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| EauGallie fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 29K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malabar fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 22K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Basinger fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 18K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Valkaria fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pineda-Pineda, wet, fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zolfo fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malabar fine sand, high, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bradenton-Felda-Chobee complex, frequently flooded | 9K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ona fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Basinger fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Floridana mucky fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Felda fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Anclote mucky fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bradenton-Felda-Chobee complex, occasionally flooded | 7K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wabasso fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gator muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 5K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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.