Logan County, 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 Logan County, Kentucky.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pembroke silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 62K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Zanesville silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 23K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frondorf stony complex, 12 to 50 percent slopes (muskingum, stony) | 20K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Talbott silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Talbott-Colbert rocky silt loams, 2 to 20 percent slopes (caneyville rocky) | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Talbott-Colbert rocky silt loams, 20 to 50 percent slopes (caneyville rocky) | 15K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nolin silt loam | 14K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crider silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pembroke silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Frondorf silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pembroke silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sadler silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fredonia rocky silty clay loam, 2 to 12 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Talbott silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Epley silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Newark silt loam | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellston silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Baxter gravelly silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nicholson silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Elk silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 49% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 59% 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.