Dent County, Missouri
The dominant drainage class is Moderately 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 Dent County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nixa-Clarksville complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 62K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarksville very gravelly silt loam, high elevation, 30 to 50 percent slopes, very stony | 46K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lebanon and Hobson silt loams, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 43K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coulstone-Clarksville complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 36K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lebanon and Hobson silt loams, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 28K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarksville very gravelly silt loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 28K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nixa-Clarksville complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 27K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coulstone-Clarksville complex, 35 to 50 percent slopes, very stony | 22K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lebanon and Hobson silt loams, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 21K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coulstone-Clarksville complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 18K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nixa-Clarksville complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarksville very gravelly silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Midco very gravelly loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sharon silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 10K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clarksville-Doniphan complex, high elevation, 35 to 50 percent slopes, very stony | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coulstone-Clarksville complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Midco very gravelly loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 6K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Westerville silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nixa-Clarksville complex, 15 to 20 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Midco gravelly loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 90% 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 90% 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.