Greene County, Missouri
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Greene County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goss gravelly silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 61K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wilderness gravelly silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 39K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wanda silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Viraton silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 23K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Creldon silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 21K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gasconade-Gatewood-Rock outcrop complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Needleye silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Winnipeg silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Goss-Wilderness complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Goss-Gasconade complex, 3 to 50 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keeno gravelly silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keeno-Bona complex, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wilderness gravelly silt loam, karst, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bona gravelly silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Dapue silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alsup silt loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keeno-Bona complex, karst, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cedargap silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Newtonia silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Winnipeg silt loam, bench, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 63% 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 91% 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.