Sarasota County, Florida
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B/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 Sarasota County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EauGallie, Myakka fine sands and 0 to 2 percent slopes | 91K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| EauGallie-Myakka fine sands-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 77K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Holopaw fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 34K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pineda-Pineda, wet, fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 26K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Holopaw fine sand, ponded-Urban land complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 20K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pineda fine sand-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 19K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Waters of the Gulf of America | 15K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Felda fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 10K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Bradenton fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Delray fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pomello fine sand-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Floridana and Gator soils, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canaveral fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Felda fine sand, ponded-Urban land complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canaveral fine sand-Urban land complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cassia fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ft. Green fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wabasso fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pople fine sand, wet, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 92% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 92% 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.