Fulton County, Kentucky
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly 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 Fulton County, Kentucky.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 14K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Loring silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Commerce silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sharkey silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Convent silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Openlake silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crevasse loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 3K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calloway silt loam, 2 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Convent-Mhoon complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Commerce silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, protected | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bowdre silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes, protected | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Falaya silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded, very brief duration | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calloway silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis-Natchez complex, 30 to 50 percent slopes, gullied | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 2K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Commerce silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 2K | Somewhat poorly 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 steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 78% 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.