Hendry 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 Hendry County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immokalee sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 69K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oldsmar sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 52K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cypress Lake sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 50K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Basinger sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 49K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brynwood sand, wet, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 38K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jenada fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 33K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oldsmar sand, limestone substratum | 30K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Myakka sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 28K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Holopaw sand, limestone substratum | 27K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Riviera sand, limestone substratum | 26K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Holopaw sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 25K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wabasso sand, limestone substratum, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 22K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chobee fine sandy loam, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 19K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malabar sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 19K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pineda sand, limestone substratum | 18K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Winder fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 18K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clewiston muck, drained, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Riviera sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cypress Lake sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 15K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 14K | Not rated | Not rated |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 97% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 97% 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.