Randolph 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 Randolph County, Georgia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nankin-Cowarts complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kinston and Bibb soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 23K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Faceville sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lakeland sand, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 17K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Orangeburg loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lucy loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Greenville sandy clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ailey-Cowarts complex, 8 to 25 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Greenville sandy clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lakeland sand, 8 to 17 percent slopes | 8K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Nankin-Cowarts complex, 5 to 15 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Carnegie-Nankin complex, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Faceville sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Red Bay loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lucy loamy sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Orangeburg loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Henderson gravelly sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Orangeburg sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cowarts loamy sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Greenville sandy clay loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 30% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 50% 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.