Carroll County, Missouri

Survey Area MO033• Missouri

The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). The most common soil order is Alfisols — moderately leached forest soils with a clay-enriched subsoil. 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 Carroll County, Missouri. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Lagonda silty clay loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, eroded	64K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Greenton silty clay loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, eroded	36K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Armster loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes	28K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Bremer silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded	27K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lagonda silty clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded	25K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Grundy silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	24K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Nodaway silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	24K	Moderately well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Cotter silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded	17K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Gosport silty clay loam, 9 to 14 percent slopes	14K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Leta silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	14K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Colo silty clay loam, heavy till, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	13K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Sharpsburg silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	12K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Haynie very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	11K	Moderately well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Waldron silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	11K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Gosport silty clay loam, 14 to 30 percent slopes	10K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Booker silty clay, frequently ponded, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	10K	Very poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Zook silty clay loam, heavy till, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	8K	Poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Higginsville silt loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, eroded	8K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Wakenda silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	7K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Knox silt loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, eroded	7K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 96% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.

Septic Systems

About 98% 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.