Miccosukee Indian Alligator Alley Reservation, Broward County, Florida
The most common soil here is Hallandale, on about 53% of the land: a fine sand, loose sand that holds almost no water. Chobee and Jupiter come next.
About 0% of the land drains well, and all stays wet for long stretches; groundwater comes within two feet of the surface under all of it.
USDA rates all of the land very limited for a standard septic drain field, and all very limited for homes with basements. That means extra cost or special design, not that it can't be done.
Worth knowing: bedrock lies within 40 inches under 87% of it.
Soils change over short distances, so look up an address below for the soil at that exact spot and the reasons behind each rating.
The soils you're most likely standing on
The biggest named soils in Miccosukee Indian Alligator Alley Reservation, Broward County, Florida, each drawn five feet deep from its official USDA description, in its recorded colors.
Dots mark gravel; white flecks mark lime. Shares are by acres across the survey area, and each mapped patch usually mixes several of these soils.
The biggest mapped areas
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A/D (varies with drainage). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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 Miccosukee Indian Alligator Alley Reservation, Broward 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallandale fine sand | 8K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hallandale fine sand, slough | 5K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chobee muck, limestone substratum, depressional | 2K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ochopee loamy fine sand | 2K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jupiter fine sand | 1K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Margate fine sand | 407 | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gator muck, limestone substratum, depressional | 323 | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Copeland mucky fine sand, depressional | 134 | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Boca fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 64 | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 53 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Lauderhill muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 12 | Very poorly drained | A/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.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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 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.