Lincoln 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 Lincoln Parish, Louisiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iuka-Dela complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 44K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darley gravelly fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Darley-Sacul association, 12 to 30 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sacul very fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 32K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Darley gravelly fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Guyton-Ouachita silt loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 19K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mahan fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Briley loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mahan fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bowie fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sacul very fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dubach fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Angie very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| McLaurin loamy fine sand, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bowie fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 2K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Gurdon silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darbonne loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 1K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Trep loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 1K | Moderately well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Betis loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 875 | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 37% 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
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.