Casey County, 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 Casey County, Kentucky.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmon silt loam, 30 to 60 percent slopes | 73K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frankstown silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lenberg-Carpenter complex, 12 to 30 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frankstown silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pricetown silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Frederick silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Faywood-Fairmount-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 30 percent slopes, eroded | 11K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Teddy silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Colyer silt loam, 20 to 50 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nolin silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Skidmore very gravelly loam, frequently flooded | 7K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yosemite gravelly silt loam, frequently flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Colyer-Trappist complex, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carpenter gravelly silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Melvin silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Newark silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caneyville silt loam, very rocky, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frederick silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caneyville silt loam, very rocky, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Trappist silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 78% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 80% 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.