Lake County Area, Florida
The dominant drainage class is Very 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 Lake County Area, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 95K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Candler sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 74K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Myakka-Myakka, wet, sands, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 47K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Candler sand, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 38K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Swamp | 37K | Very poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Tavares sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 28K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Placid and Myakka sands, depressional | 24K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Anclote and Myakka soils | 23K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Everglades muck, depressional | 22K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oklawaha muck | 17K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Immokalee sand | 15K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wauchula sand | 12K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Apopka sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ocoee mucky peat | 11K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pomello sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lake sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Arents | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Placid sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sparr sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Paola sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 46% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 79% 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.