Jay County, Indiana
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/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 Jay County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blount-Glynwood, thin solum complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 84K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pewamo silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 59K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood silt loam, ground moraine, 1 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 41K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood silt loam, end moraine, 1 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 24K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Saranac silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eel clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood-Mississinewa clay loams, end moraine, 3 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood-Mississinewa clay loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood clay loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bono silty clay | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood-Mississinewa clay loams, ground moraine, 3 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Udorthents, loamy | 904 | Well drained | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Morley clay loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, severely eroded | 899 | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eel silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 786 | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Saranac silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 779 | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eldean clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, severely eroded | 655 | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Martinsville loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 625 | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Blount-Urban land-Glynwood complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 537 | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Whitaker silt loam | 514 | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Martinsville loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 468 | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 98% 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 99% 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
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.