Leon County, Florida

Survey Area FL073• Florida

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Ultisols — strongly weathered soils with clay-enriched subsoils, common in warm humid climates. 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 Leon County, Florida. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Orangeburg fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	40K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Orangeburg fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	32K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Dorovan mucky peat	29K	Very poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Ortega sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	23K	Moderately well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Kershaw sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	22K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Water	21K			Not rated	Not rated
Blanton fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	21K	Moderately well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Leon fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	20K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Plummer fine sand	20K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Albany loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	19K	Somewhat poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Alpin sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	18K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Pickney soils, occasionally flooded	14K	Very poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Faceville sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	14K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Chipley fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	12K	Somewhat poorly drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Pelham fine sand	11K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lucy fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Faceville sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Leon sand	8K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Orangeburg-Urban land complex, 2 to 12 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Meggett soils, frequently flooded	7K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Spodosols

Acidic forest soils with a leached layer. Common under conifers. Often have drainage issues from a compacted subsoil layer.

Histosols

Organic peat and muck soils formed in wetlands. Very poor for building (compressible) and septic. Often in regulated wetlands.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 39% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 57% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Despite good drainage overall, limitations may stem from shallow bedrock, steep slopes, or seasonal conditions. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.

Gardening & Agriculture

Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.