Oxford County Area, Maine
The dominant drainage class is Well 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 Oxford County Area, Maine.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skerry-Colonel association, 0 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 108K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Monadnock-Hermon association, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 92K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lyman-Tunbridge-Monadnock complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 57K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lyman-Tunbridge-Monadnock complex, 35 to 60 percent slopes, very stony | 41K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hermon-Skerry association, 0 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 37K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Water | 33K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Skerry-Becket association, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 32K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brayton-Peacham complex, gently sloping, very stony | 29K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Skerry-Colonel association, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 25K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Peru-Marlow association, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 23K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Monadnock-Skerry association, 0 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Monadnock-Hermon association, 15 to 60 percent slopes, very stony | 21K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lyman-Tunbridge-Monadnock complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Skerry-Becket association, 0 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 18K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Colonel fine sandy loam, 0 to 8 percent slopes, very stony | 16K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Adams-Croghan association, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 16K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vassalboro-Wonsqueak association | 15K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lyman-Tunbridge-Becket complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Adams loamy sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Naumburg-Croghan association, gently sloping | 13K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 81% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 94% 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.