Clinton County, Missouri
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 Clinton County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundy silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 39K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grundy silt loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes | 29K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Armstrong loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes | 21K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Higginsville silt loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gara loam, 9 to 14 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sharpsburg silty clay loam, loess hill, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lamoni silty clay loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 15K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lamoni silty clay loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes | 15K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Colo silty clay loam, drainageway, 2 to 5 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 13K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grundy silty clay loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ladoga silt loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Armstrong clay loam, 9 to 14 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grundy silty clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sharpsburg silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nodaway silt loam, heavy till, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vanmeter-Gasconade complex, 14 to 50 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kennebec silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sharpsburg silty clay loam, loess hill, 5 to 9 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 3K | Subaqueous | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Clinton silt loam, 5 to 9 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 90% 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 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.