Henry County, Indiana
The dominant drainage class is 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 Henry County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyclone silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 52K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crosby silt loam, New Castle Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 51K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, New Castle Till Plain, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 28K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Celina silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 20K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eldean silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Westland silt loam | 10K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Losantville clay loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 8K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miami silt loam, gravelly substratum, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miami silt loam, gravelly substratum, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Eldean silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Millgrove loam | 5K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Losantville silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crosby silt loam, stony subsoil, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, stony subsoil, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Losantville silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Losantville silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Treaty silt loam, stony subsoil, drained, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Genesee loam, occasionally flooded | 3K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shoals loam, occasionally flooded | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Losantville clay loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, severely eroded | 2K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 88% 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 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.