Pulaski County, Indiana
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A/D (varies with drainage). The most common soil order is Entisols — young soils with little profile development, often on floodplains or steep slopes. 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 Pulaski County, Indiana. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maumee loamy fine sand, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 56K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brookston loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 22K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oakville-Denham fine sands, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 21K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Brems-Morocco loamy fine sands, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Goodell-Gilford fine sandy loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Newton-Morocco loamy fine sands, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 11K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brookston-Navunon loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morocco loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moon-Selfridge complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crosier fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rensselaer-Radioville loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Maumee-Gilford complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 5K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oakville fine sand, prairie peninsula, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 5K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Denham fine sand, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Whitepost-Gilford fine sandy loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Maumee-Gumz complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Metea-Moon loamy sands, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Rensselaer loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brems loamy fine sand, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 3K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Odell-Francesville fine sandy loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
Soil Orders in This Area
The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some 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.