Livingston County, Illinois

Survey Area IL105 Illinois

The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). 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 Livingston County, Illinois.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Ashkum silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 118K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Bryce silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes 80K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Chenoa silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 34K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Hartsburg silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 30K Poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Reddick clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 29K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Swygert silty clay loam, 2 to 4 percent slopes, eroded 28K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Swygert silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 27K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Andres silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 25K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Arrowsmith silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 20K Somewhat poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Milford silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 17K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Rowe silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 17K Poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Elliott silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 17K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Clarence silty clay loam, 2 to 4 percent slopes, eroded 17K Somewhat poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Elliott silty clay loam, 2 to 4 percent slopes, eroded 15K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Drummer silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 13K Poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Selma loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 11K Poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Graymont silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 8K Moderately well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Westland clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 8K Poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Symerton loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded 8K Moderately well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Martinton silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 8K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 96% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.

Septic Systems

About 100% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.

Gardening & Agriculture

Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.

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