Huntington County, Indiana
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). 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 Huntington County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pewamo silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 71K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, ground moraine, 1 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 60K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount loam, interlobate moraines, 1 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 28K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood clay loam, ground moraine, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shoals silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood silt loam, ground moraine, 1 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morley silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, end moraine, 1 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Patton silty clay loam, sandy substratum | 5K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morley silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 4K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Glynwood silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rensselaer loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hennepin loam, 30 to 70 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eel silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 3K | Moderately well drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Genesee silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 3K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Patton silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Randolph loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Whitaker loam | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Millsdale silty clay loam | 2K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 98% 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 98% 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.