Brantley and Charlton Counties, Georgia
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 Brantley and Charlton Counties, Georgia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dasher-Dorovan-Croatan association, ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 157K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Leon fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 101K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pelham loamy fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 73K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kinston and Johnston soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 60K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Surrency mucky fine sand, frequently ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 58K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mascotte fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 41K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lynn Haven fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 33K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lynn Haven, Allanton and Kingsferry soils, ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 32K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mandarin fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 25K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pottsburg fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 22K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Albany-Leefield complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bladen loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 18K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kinston and Osier soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 18K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pelham fine sand, ponded, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 18K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Leefield loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Croatan, Pamlico and Surrency soils, ponded, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 11K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Olustee loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ridgewood-Hurricane complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ogeechee-Pelham complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hurricane fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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 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.