Bertie County, North Carolina
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). 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 Bertie County, North Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf loam | 65K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roanoke fine sandy loam, frequently flooded | 32K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dorovan mucky peat, frequently flooded | 30K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Goldsboro sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rains sandy loam | 24K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 23K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Wehadkee loam, frequently flooded | 22K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lenoir fine sandy loam | 21K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grantham silt loam | 21K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Craven fine sandy loam, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 20K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bibb and Johnston loams, frequently flooded | 20K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chewacla loam, frequently flooded | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Exum very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Craven fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lynchburg sandy loam | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nahunta very fine sandy loam | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wickham fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wickham fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 90% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 90% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.