Clarke and Oconee Counties, 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 Clarke and Oconee Counties, Georgia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacolet sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 32K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 27K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet sandy clay loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 22K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison sandy clay loam, 10 to 25 percent slopes, severely eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, severely eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Chewacla soils and alluvial land | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Davidson clay loam, loamy substratum, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling coarse sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pacolet-Gullied land complex, 10 to 25 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Davidson clay loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Congaree soils and alluvial land | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pacolet-Gullied land complex, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Davidson sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wehadkee and Alluvial land, wet | 3K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very 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.