Screven County, Georgia
The most common soil here is Dothan, on about 11% of the land: a sandy loam, gritty and crumbly. Fuquay and Blanton come next.
About 54% of the land drains well, and 38% stays wet for long stretches; groundwater comes within two feet of the surface under 40% of it.
USDA rates 91% of the land very limited for a standard septic drain field, and 44% very limited for homes with basements. That means extra cost or special design, not that it can't be done.
Worth knowing: 22% of the land floods occasionally or more.
Soils change over short distances, so look up an address below for the soil at that exact spot and the reasons behind each rating.
The soils you're most likely standing on
The biggest named soils in Screven County, Georgia, each drawn five feet deep from its official USDA description, in its recorded colors.
Dots mark gravel; white flecks mark lime. Shares are by acres across the survey area, and each mapped patch usually mixes several of these soils.
The biggest mapped areas
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 Screven 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dothan-Norfolk complex, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 55K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Fuquay loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 54K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Chastain and Tawcaw soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 27K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pelham loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 24K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blanton sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 22K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nankin-Cowarts complex, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 21K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Bladen fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 19K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cowarts loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Rains loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kinston and Bibb soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 15K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Herod and Muckalee loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 15K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Surrency mucky sand, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 14K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dothan-Norfolk complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Grady and Croatan soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, ponded | 13K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eulonia sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nankin loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Blanton-Foxworth complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Uchee-Blanton complex, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Gritney loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ocilla loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very 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.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 44% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 91% 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
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.