Camden County, North Carolina
The dominant drainage class is Very poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/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 Camden County, North Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 51K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Dorovan muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 27K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pungo muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 23K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Perquimans silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roanoke silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Belhaven muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Portsmouth fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hyde silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roper muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chowan silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 5K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cape Fear silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Altavista fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yeopim silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wasda muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Munden loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bojac loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Chapanoke silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nimmo sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hobonny muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 1K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 73% 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 74% 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.