Stoddard County, Missouri
The dominant drainage class is 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 Stoddard County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharkey silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 47K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Falaya silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 34K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calhoun silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 27K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gideon loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 26K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lilbourn fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 25K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 23K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 21K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Overcup silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 17K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 17K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amagon silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Overcup silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 12K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Commerce silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Farrenburg fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 11K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amagon silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 11K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Overcup silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 11K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Falaya silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calhoun silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dundee loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roellen silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 94% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 94% 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.