Greene County, Indiana
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Greene County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ava silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 30K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin-Wellston silt loams, 18 to 25 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellston silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 18K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haymond silt loam, frequently flooded | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Apalona-Zanesville silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vigo silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Apalona-Zanesville silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fairpoint very parachannery loam, 35 to 90 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stendal silt loam, frequently flooded | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shakamak silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cincinnati silt loam, Wabash Lowland, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bonnie silt loam, frequently flooded | 8K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ebal-Wellston silt loams, 10 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fairpoint silt loam, reclaimed, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | D | Not limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin-Berks complex 30 to 60 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks-Ebal complex, 15 to 60 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin-Ebal silt loams, 18 to 30 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hickory silt loam, 18 to 25 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chetwynd silt loam, 25 to 60 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Peoga silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 5K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 96% 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 100% 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.