Carroll County, Mississippi
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 Carroll County, Mississippi.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithdale-Providence-Lexington association, hilly | 66K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 12 to 40 percent slopes, severely eroded | 38K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Adler silt loam, occasionally flooded | 32K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gullied land-Loring complex | 27K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Oaklimeter silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded, north | 23K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis-Natchez association, 12 to 50 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 18K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, moderately eroded, central | 11K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded, central | 10K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Smithdale sandy loam, 12 to 30 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring-Memphis association, rolling | 9K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bruno sandy loam, occasionally flooded | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Adler silt loam | 8K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 8K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Memphis silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded, south | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Providence silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 7K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Falaya silt, occasionally flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, moderately eroded, central | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% 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 84% 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.