Morehouse Parish, Louisiana
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Morehouse Parish, Louisiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perry clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 107K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hebert silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 58K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frizzell silt loam | 28K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bussy silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 24K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sterlington silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tillou silt loam | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sterlington-Hebert complex, gently undulating | 18K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Portland clay | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rilla-Hebert silt loams complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Guyton silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rilla silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gallion silt loam | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 12K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Groom very fine sandy loam, occasionally flooded | 11K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Portland silt loam | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mer Rouge-Gallion complex | 10K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Libuse silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Guyton-Cascilla complex, frequently flooded | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Idee-Forestdale complex | 8K | Poorly drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Libuse silt loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 67% 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 77% 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.