Volusia County, 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 Volusia County, Florida.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 86K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Myakka-Myakka, wet, fine sands, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 53K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pomona fine sand | 51K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Samsula muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 43K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Astatula fine sand, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 39K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Immokalee sand | 34K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smyrna-Smyrna, wet, fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 31K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Terra Ceia muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 28K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Paola fine sand, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 23K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tavares fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 21K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hontoon muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 21K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Daytona sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tequesta muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomoka muck, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Waters of the Atlantic Ocean | 16K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Tuscawilla fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wauchula fine sand | 14K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malabar fine sand | 13K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pineda-Pineda, wet, fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| EauGallie fine sand | 12K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 67% 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 81% 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.