Gladwin County, Michigan
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly 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 Gladwin County, Michigan.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roscommon soils | 14K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nester loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Epoufette sandy loam | 12K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Selfridge loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 9K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Brevort loamy sand | 9K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gladwin loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Iosco-Brevort-Ingalls association | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Covert sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pipestone sand, Erie-Huron Lake Plain, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sims loam | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kawkawlin loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Parkhill loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 5K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Allendale sand, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pipestone-Kinross association | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nester loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Roscommon-Deford association | 4K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grayling-Covert-Pipestone association | 4K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Kawkawlin loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rubicon-Ocqueoc-Ingalls association, undulating | 4K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 76% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include 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. 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.