Henry and Trimble Counties, Kentucky
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate runoff). 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 Henry and Trimble Counties, Kentucky.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowell-Faywood silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 47K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eden silty clay loam, 20 to 35 percent slopes, eroded | 37K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fairmount-Woolper complex, 30 to 65 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Faywood silty clay loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 27K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brassfield-Beasley complex, 20 to 40 percent slopes, eroded | 17K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fairmount flaggy silty clay loam, 12 to 30 percent slopes, very rocky | 15K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nicholson silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lowell-Sandview silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Beasley silty clay loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Shelbyville silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Grayford-Beasley complex, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Boonesboro silt loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Beasley silty clay, 12 to 20 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nolin silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Faywood silty clay loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cincinnati silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ryker silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cincinnati silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eden silty clay loam, 6 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 88% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 96% 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.