Greene County, North Carolina

Survey Area NC079• North Carolina

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low runoff). 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 Greene County, North Carolina. 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
Rains sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	17K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Norfolk loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Norfolk loamy sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Aycock very fine sandy loam, 1 to 4 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Wagram loamy sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Lynchburg sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	10K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Goldsboro loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes, Southern Coastal Plain	10K	Moderately well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Stallings loamy fine sand	10K	Somewhat poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Autryville fine sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Bibb loam, frequently flooded	7K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Johns sandy loam	7K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Lumbee sandy loam	6K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Cowarts sandy loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	6K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Kenansville fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Kinston loam, frequently flooded	4K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Johnston loam, frequently flooded	4K	Very poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Exum very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	3K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Kalmia loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	3K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Paxville loam	3K	Very poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Gritney fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	2K	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.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 56% 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 59% 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

Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.