Hart County 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 Hart County Area, Kentucky.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson-Lily-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Caneyville silt loam, very rocky, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Baxter gravelly silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 15K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bledsoe-Wallen-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Fredonia-Hagerstown-Vertrees silt loams, rocky, 6 to 20 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caneyville silt loam, very rocky, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Baxter gravelly silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Caneyville complex, 12 to 30 percent slopes | 9K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Frederick silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Crider silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Frederick silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Riney loam, karst, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Riney loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lily loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zanesville silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Riney loam, karst, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Baxter gravelly silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Crider silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wellston silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Canmer silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 55% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 58% 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.