Leslie and Perry Counties, Kentucky

Survey Area KY633• Kentucky

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Entisols — young soils with little profile development, often on floodplains or steep slopes. 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 Leslie and Perry Counties, Kentucky. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Shelocta-Cutshin-Gilpin complex, 20 to 75 percent slopes, very stony	134K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Matewan-Marrowbone-Latham complex, 20 to 80 percent slopes, very rocky	126K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Shelocta-Highsplint-Gilpin complex, 20 to 70 percent slopes, very stony	115K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Fairpoint and Bethesda soils, 2 to 70 percent slopes, benched, stony	65K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Fairpoint soils, undulating	11K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Udorthents-Urban land-Grigsby complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	6K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Udorthents-Urban land complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Grigsby fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded	4K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Udorthents-Urban land-Rock outcrop complex, 0 to 35 percent slopes	3K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Water	3K			Not rated	Not rated
Udorthents-Urban land complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes	3K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Nelse, frequently flooded-Urban land, rarely flooded complex, 4 to 25 percent slopes	2K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Dumps, mine and tailings	767			Not rated	Not rated
Combs silt loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	731	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Rowdy-Grigsby complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	654	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Dam	190			Not rated	Not rated

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 99% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.

Septic Systems

About 99% 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.