Walton County, Georgia
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 Walton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 28K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil coarse sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 23K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, severely eroded | 21K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling coarse sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 11K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Chewacla, Cartecay, and Toccoa soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lloyd clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil coarse sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lloyd clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, severely eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling coarse sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lloyd sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lloyd clay loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Louisburg loamy coarse sand, 10 to 15 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Louisburg loamy coarse sand, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chewacla silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Louisburg loamy coarse sand, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil coarse sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Local alluvial land | 3K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Toccoa and Chewacla soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 3K | Moderately well drained | B | 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
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.