Prentiss 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 Prentiss County, Mississippi.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okeelala, Luverne, and Smithdale soils, 5 to 45 percent slopes | 55K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smithdale, Luverne, and Ruston fine sandy loams, 2 to 45 percent slopes | 48K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mantachie fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 16K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Savannah fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Iuka fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kipling silty clay loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bibb sandy loam, frequently flooded | 7K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Savannah fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Leeper silty clay, occasionally flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Marietta fine sandy loam, occasionally flooded | 6K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Luverne fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chenneby silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kipling silty clay loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Providence silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, moderately eroded, north | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Smithdale fine sandy loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Okeelala fine sandy loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sumter silty clay, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Luverne fine sandy loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 87% 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 94% 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.