Randolph County, Illinois

Survey Area IL157 Illinois

The dominant drainage class is Somewhat 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 Randolph County, Illinois.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Wakeland silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded 20K Somewhat poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Marine silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 20K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Homen silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 20K Moderately well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Marine silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes 14K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Menfro silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 13K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Bunkum silty clay loam, 10 to 18 percent slopes, severely eroded 13K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Menfro silt loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes, eroded 11K Well drainedBSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Bunkum silty clay loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded 11K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Bunkum-Coulterville silt loams, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded 8K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Coulterville-Oconee silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes 8K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Water 8K Not ratedNot rated
Homen silt loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes, eroded 8K Moderately well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Wilbur silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded 7K Moderately well drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Bunkum silt loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes, eroded 7K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Menfro silty clay loam, 10 to 18 percent slopes, severely eroded 7K Well drainedBSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited
Hickory silt loam, 18 to 35 percent slopes 7K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Menfro-Wellston silt loam, 18 to 35 percent slopes 6K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Fults silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded 5K Poorly drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Coulterville-Oconee silt loams, 2 to 5 percent slopes 5K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Ruma silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes 5K Well drainedBSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 64% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.

Septic Systems

About 78% 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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