Reynolds County, Missouri
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Reynolds County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarksville-Scholten complex, 15 to 45 percent slopes, very stony | 129K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alred-Rueter complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 91K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Poynor-Clarksville-Scholten complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 56K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Scholten-Bendavis-Poynor complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 40K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coulstone-Bender complex, 15 to 50 percent slopes, very stony | 28K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tonti-Hogcreek complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 16K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Relfe-Sandbur complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 12K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tilk very gravelly coarse sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Niangua-Bardley complex, 15 to 50 percent slopes, extremely stony | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rueter-Gepp complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 9K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tilk, occasionally flooded-Cornwall-Poynor complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alred-Gepp complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Secesh silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rueter-Gepp complex, benches, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Taumsauk-Irondale-Rock outcrop complex, 15 to 45 percent slopes, extremely stony | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tilk-Secesh complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Relfe sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Taterhill silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Irondale gravelly silt loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes, rocky, extremely bouldery | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tilk very gravelly coarse sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 81% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 83% 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.