Daviess County, Indiana
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B/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 Daviess County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hosmer silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 25K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fairpoint silt loam, reclaimed, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | D | Not limited | Very limited |
| Haymond silt loam, frequently flooded | 15K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wakeland silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lyles loam | 13K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ayrshire fine sandy loam | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bartle silt loam | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Iva silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stendal silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded, brief duration | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ragsdale silt loam | 8K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cincinnati silt loam, Wabash Lowland, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 8K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Princeton fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Hosmer silt loam, 5 to 10 percent slopes, severely eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Cincinnati silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alford silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bloomfield loamy fine sand, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vigo silt loam | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Peoga silt loam | 4K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kings silty clay, rarely flooded | 4K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 78% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 94% 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.