Beauregard Parish, Louisiana
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/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 Beauregard Parish, Louisiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caddo-Messer complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 145K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Beauregard silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 93K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glenmora silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 57K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Guyton-Ouachita complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 51K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Guyton-Iulus complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 31K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blevins very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Guyton silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 29K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Malbis fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 27K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Blevins very fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Malbis fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 25K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Kolin silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Simelake-Pluck complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sugartown very fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 21K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Guyton-Messer complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Acadia silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Beauregard silt loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sugartown very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bearhead-Merryville complex, gently undulating | 9K | Moderately well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Merryville-Bearhead complex | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gore very fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 82% 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 91% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.