Barton County, Missouri
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat 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 Barton County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 96K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Barden silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 65K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Barco loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Parsons silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hepler-Radley complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Barden silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hepler silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kanima silty clay loam, 15 to 50 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Radley-Verdigris soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Barco fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Barco loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Liberal-Coweta-Barco complex, 2 to 14 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Collinsville fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cherokee silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Collinsville fine sandy loam, 5 to 14 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carytown silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bolivar fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Parsons silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coalvale silty clay, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Collinsville fine sandy loam, 2 to 14 percent slopes, stony | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 85% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 100% 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.