Sabine Parish, Louisiana
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well 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 Sabine Parish, Louisiana.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 91K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Guyton-Iuka association, frequently flooded | 77K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sacul fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 64K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eastwood fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 59K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eastwood fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 51K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sacul fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 49K | Moderately well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Keithville very fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 37K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latonia fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kisatchie-Mayhew-Rayburn association, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bowie fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Saucier fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 16K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sacul fine sandy loam, 12 to 30 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kirvin fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bellwood silty clay loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bellwood silty clay loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sardis-Guyton loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Trep loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Briley loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Letney loamy sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Mayhew loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 60% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 83% 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.