Camden County, Missouri
The dominant drainage class is 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 Camden County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niangua-Bardley complex, 15 to 50 percent slopes, extremely stony | 132K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Poynor very gravelly silt loam, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 88K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Clarksville-Gepp complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, stony | 49K | Somewhat excessively drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 34K | Subaqueous | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Union silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 32K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Viraton silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gatewood very gravelly silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 14K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bardley-Moko complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes, extremely stony | 11K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarksville very gravelly silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Gatewood very gravelly silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, stony | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cedargap gravelly silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cedargap gravelly silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Moko-Rock outcrop complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 7K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jamesfin silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pomme silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gunlock silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Bardley complex, 35 to 99 percent slopes, extremely stony | 3K | Very limited | Very limited | ||
| Knobby-Rock outcrop complex, 15 to 50 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Viraton silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sturkie silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 69% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 71% 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.