Richmond County, Georgia

Survey Area GA245• Georgia

The dominant drainage class is Somewhat excessively drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low runoff). 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 Richmond County, 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
Troup fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes	30K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Bibb and Osier soils	15K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lakeland sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	12K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Troup fine sand, 10 to 17 percent slopes	10K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Troup fine sand, 5 to 10 percent slopes	10K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Vaucluse-Ailey complex, 5 to 8 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Vaucluse-Ailey complex, 8 to 17 percent slopes	7K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Orangeburg loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	7K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Chewacla-Riverview association	7K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Troup-Urban land complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes	7K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Riverview silt loam	6K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Water	5K			Not rated	Not rated
Lucy loamy sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Dothan loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Fuquay loamy sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Chewacla-Chastain association	4K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Dogue fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes	4K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Ailey loamy sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Fuquay-Urban land complex, 2 to 8 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Orangeburg sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited

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.

Entisols

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

Inceptisols

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

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 22% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 49% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.

Gardening & Agriculture

Soils tend to drain very quickly, meaning nutrients and water don't stick around long. Raised beds with amended soil, drip irrigation, and heavy mulching will give the best results. Compost is your best friend here — it improves water retention dramatically.