Putnam County Area, 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 Putnam County Area, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 60K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Myakka-Myakka, wet, fine sands, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 49K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pomona fine sand | 42K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Candler fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 30K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tavares fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 20K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Terra Ceia muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 20K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zolfo fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Samsula muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Placid-Pompano association, frequently flooded | 16K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palmetto fine sand | 12K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Astatula fine sand, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 12K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Centenary fine sand | 11K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hontoon muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Holopaw fine sand, frequently flooded | 9K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Candler fine sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Immokalee fine sand | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ona-Ona, wet, fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Placid fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Millhopper sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Apopka sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 58% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
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.