Jones County, Mississippi

Survey Area MS067• Mississippi

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Ultisols — strongly weathered soils with clay-enriched subsoils, common in warm humid climates. 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 Jones County, Mississippi. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Smithdale fine sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes	66K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Malbis fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	42K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Savannah loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	36K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Trebloc silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	24K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Savannah loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	21K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Malbis fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	19K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Bibb silt loam, frequently flooded	18K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
McLaurin loamy sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Trebloc-Quitman association, occasionally flooded	13K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Heidel-McLaurin association, hilly	12K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Trebloc silt loam	12K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Jena fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	11K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Freest fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	11K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Ruston fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	11K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Ruston fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Susquehanna-Petal association, rolling	10K	Somewhat poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
McLaurin loamy sand, 5 to 8 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Heidel-Benndale complex, 8 to 20 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Trebloc silt loam and Bibb fine sandy loam, occasionally and frequently flooded	9K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Quitman fine sandy loam	9K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 47% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 81% 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.