Henderson County, Kentucky
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well 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 Henderson County, Kentucky.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belknap silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 23K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 17K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Hosmer silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alford silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Huntington silt loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 12K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hosmer silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 12K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hosmer silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 11K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alford silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Melvin silty clay loam | 10K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hosmer silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Allison silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wakeland-Patton overwash, silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Henshaw silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Weinbach silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wakeland silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sciotoville silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes (otwell flooded) | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Uniontown silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ginat silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grigsby fine sandy loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Patton silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 79% 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 79% 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
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.