Glades 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 Glades County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 138K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Immokalee sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 108K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Basinger fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 52K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Valkaria fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 28K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Felda fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 27K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Myakka fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 27K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pineda-Pineda, wet, fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 24K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malabar fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 20K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oldsmar sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 18K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Floridana fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 18K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cypress Lake fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Floridana, Astor, and Felda soils, frequently flooded | 17K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pople fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malabar fine sand, high, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 14K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smyrna fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Astor fine sand, depressional | 11K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brynwood-Pople fine sands, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Okeelanta muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pomello fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gator muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 76% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 76% 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.