Butler and Edmonson Counties Area, Kentucky
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Butler and Edmonson Counties Area, Kentucky.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelocta-Latham-Gilpin complex, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 106K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Newark silt loam, frequently flooded | 40K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shelocta-Latham-Gilpin complex, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 30K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarkrange silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 25K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 15K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jefferson-Lily-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 35 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nolin silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fairpoint-Bethesda complex, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caneyville-Lenberg-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellston silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gilpin loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caneyville-Lenberg complex, 8 to 20 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Melvin silt loam, frequently flooded | 7K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarkrange silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Caneyville silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rosine silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Johnsburg silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caneyville-Rock outcrop complex, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lily loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 93% 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 95% 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
Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.