Wayne 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 Wayne County, Missouri.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarksville-Scholten complex, 15 to 45 percent slopes, very stony | 147K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Poynor-Clarksville-Scholten complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 53K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Alred-Rueter complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 49K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tilk-Secesh complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 22K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tilk, occasionally flooded-Cornwall-Poynor complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yelton-Scholten complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 19K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tilk-Secesh complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Captina silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Captina-Scholten complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Aslinger-Waben complex, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 11K | Subaqueous | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Relfe-Sandbur complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mudlick-Irondale-Killarney complex, 15 to 45 percent slopes, rocky, extremely bouldery | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alred-Gepp complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes, stony | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bearthicket silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cornwall silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Courtois silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Calhoun silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fourche silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gladden silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 82% 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 82% 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.