Forsyth 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 Forsyth County, Georgia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 14K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gullied land, acid materials | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil fine sandy loam, moderately steep phase | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil clay loam, severely eroded sloping phase | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil clay loam, severely eroded moderately steep phase | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil clay loam, severely eroded, gently sloping phase | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Toccoa and Chewacla soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, eroded sloping phase | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil fine sandy loam, steep phase | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, very gently sloping phase | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil fine sandy loam, eroded moderately steep phase | 3K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Edgemont stony sandy loam, steep phase | 3K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison fine sandy loam, eroded very gently sloping phase | 2K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison fine sandy loam, eroded gently sloping phase | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Alluvial land, poorly drained | 2K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil clay loam, severely eroded very gently sloping phase | 2K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 39% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 39% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.