Tipton 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 Tipton County, Indiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patton silty clay loam, Tipton Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 74K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Del Rey, sandy substratum-Crosby silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 55K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pella, sandy substratum-Drummer, till substratum, silty clay loams | 15K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tuscola, till substratum-Strawn complex, 1 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cyclone silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Williamstown silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sloan silt loam, sandy substratum, occasionally flooded | 2K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Treaty silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 1K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palms muck, drained | 398 | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mahalasville silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 366 | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sisson-Strawn complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 340 | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Crosby silt loam, fine-loamy subsoil, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 222 | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Udorthents, loamy | 214 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Palms muck, undrained | 174 | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miami-Rainsville complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 112 | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fincastle silt loam, Tipton Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 71 | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 67 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Miami silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 57 | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sable-Drummer silty clay loams | 51 | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sleeth silt loam, loamy substratum | 29 | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 95% 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 95% 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.