Claiborne Parish, Louisiana
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 Claiborne Parish, Louisiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guyton-Ouachita silt loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 56K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darley gravelly fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 54K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Eastwood very fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darley-Sacul complex, 12 to 30 percent slopes | 45K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wolfpen loamy sand, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 42K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Darley gravelly loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Sacul very fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 41K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Iuka-Dela complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 27K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bowie fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Eastwood very fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sacul very fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 17K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sacul gravelly fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mahan fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Angie very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 7K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Mahan fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Flo loamy fine sand, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Flo loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Smithdale fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Darbonne loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 47% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 89% 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.