Leake County, Mississippi
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B/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 Leake County, Mississippi.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebloom and Arkabutla soils, frequently flooded | 64K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smithdale fine sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes, eroded | 53K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smithdale fine sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 37K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ora fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 34K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mantachie fine sandy loam, occasionally flooded | 28K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 26K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smithdale-Sweatman complex, 15 to 35 percent slopes, eroded | 22K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jena-Kirkville-Kinston complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 20K | Well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gillsburg silt loam, occasionally flooded | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smithdale-Sweatman complex, 5 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bude silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stough fine sandy loam, rarely flooded | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Savannah fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ora fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sweatman fine sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Williamsville gravelly sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kinston loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 3K | Not rated | Not rated |
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 98% 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.