Jasper 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 Jasper County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zadog-Maumee loamy sands | 39K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Watseka-Maumee loamy sands | 38K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morocco loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 28K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rensselaer, till substratum-Wolcott complex | 18K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oakville fine sand, prairie peninsula, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Brems loamy sand, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 16K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rensselaer fine sandy loam, till substratum | 16K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rensselaer loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilford fine sandy loam, outwash plain, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darroch, till substratum-Odell complex | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Prochaska loamy sand, frequently flooded | 8K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oakville sand, moderately wet, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Oakville fine sand, prairie peninsula, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 8K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Suman loam, frequently flooded | 7K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Iroquois fine sandy loam | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Markton-Aubbeenaubbee complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reddick clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darroch loam | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Andres silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Montgomery silty clay loam | 6K | Very poorly 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.