Carroll and Haralson Counties, Georgia

Survey Area GA618• Georgia

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Ultisols — strongly weathered soils with clay-enriched subsoils, common in warm humid climates. 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 Carroll and Haralson Counties, Georgia. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Madison gravelly fine sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded	58K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Tallapoosa gravelly fine sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded	50K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Chewacla silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	43K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Madison gravelly fine sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded	43K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Madison gravelly fine sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes	30K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Madison gravelly clay loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded	21K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Louisa gravelly fine sandy loam, 15 to 40 percent slopes	20K	Somewhat excessively drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Hulett gravelly sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded	19K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Grover gravelly fine sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes	18K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Grover gravelly fine sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded	16K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Madison gravelly clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded	15K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Madison gravelly fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded	15K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Tallapoosa gravelly fine sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded	15K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Hulett gravelly sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded	14K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Tallapoosa gravelly fine sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, eroded	14K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Congaree soils	11K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Davidson gravelly loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded	11K	Well drained	D	Not limited	Very limited
Hulett gravelly sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, eroded	9K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Davidson gravelly loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded	8K	Well drained	D	Not limited	Very limited
Water	7K			Not rated	Not rated

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 41% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 55% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Despite good drainage overall, limitations may stem from shallow bedrock, steep slopes, or seasonal conditions. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.

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.