Lincoln County, Mississippi
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). 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 Lincoln 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bude silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 37K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Falaya silt loam (oaklimeter) | 33K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 29K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 24K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Guin and Boswell soils, 17 to 40 percent slopes, eroded (saffell, sweatman) | 19K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Guin gravelly sandy loam, 17 to 40 percent slopes (saffell) | 18K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston soils, 17 to 35 percent slopes, eroded (smithdale) | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston soils, 8 to 12 percent slopes, eroded (smithdale) | 16K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Waverly silt loam | 13K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 12K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bude silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ora silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded (providence) | 11K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Falaya silt loam, local alluvium (oaklimeter) | 10K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ora and Ruston soils, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded (providence and ruston) | 10K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bude silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston soils, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded (smithdale) | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, severely eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston soils, 12 to 17 percent slopes, eroded (smithdale) | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bude silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, eroded (providence) | 5K | Moderately well drained | 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.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 92% 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 100% 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.