Washington and Wilkinson Counties, Georgia

Survey Area GA654• 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 Washington and Wilkinson Counties, 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
Kinston and Bibb soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	78K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lakeland sand, 0 to 8 percent slopes	71K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Orangeburg loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	49K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Faceville sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	37K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Dothan loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	36K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Orangeburg sandy loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded	33K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Orangeburg sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, moderately eroded	29K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Vaucluse and Ailey loamy sands, 8 to 17 percent slopes	29K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Cowarts-Nankin complex, 2 to 5 percent slopes	26K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Orangeburg loamy sand, 12 to 17 percent slopes	26K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Fuquay loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	26K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Cowarts-Nankin complex, 5 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded	25K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Chewacla-Congaree association	23K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lakeland sand, 8 to 17 percent slopes	20K	Excessively drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Vaucluse and Ailey loamy sands, 2 to 8 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Lucy loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Chewacla-Chastain association	15K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Tifton loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	14K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Ailey loamy sand, 2 to 8 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Udorthents-Pits complex	12K			Not rated	Not rated

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.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

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 23% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 59% 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

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.