Lapeer 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 Lapeer County, Michigan.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capac fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carlisle muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Conover loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Conover loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brookston loam | 11K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Celina loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Capac fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lapeer sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Wawasee loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| McBride sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Boyer loamy sand, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Chelsea loamy sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Wawasee loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Blount loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Edwards muck | 6K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pewamo loam | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kibbie loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fabius-Wasepi sandy loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 68% 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 86% 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.