Butts County, Georgia
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Butts County, Georgia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet sandy clay loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 14K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison sandy clay loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Chewacla loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pacolet-Saw complex, 6 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hard Labor sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 3K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Madison-Bethlehem complex, 6 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cataula sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cecil-Urban land complex, 2 to 10 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet-Saw complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes, stony | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pacolet sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 1K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Madison sandy clay loam, 15 to 30 percent slopes, severely eroded | 1K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pacolet sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 1K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet sandy clay loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, severely eroded | 1K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Madison sandy clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, severely eroded | 1K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
Most soils are reasonably suitable for conventional septic systems, though site-specific conditions always matter. Get a perc test to confirm.
Gardening & Agriculture
Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.