Hertford 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 Hertford County, North Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf loam | 46K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Craven fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 28K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lenoir loam | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Craven fine sandy loam, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dorovan soils | 16K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bibb soils | 11K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk loamy fine sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Norfolk loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bonneau loamy sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Goldsboro fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Winton soils, 12 to 60 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 5K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Rains fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, Atlantic Coast Flatwoods | 5K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tarboro sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Wilbanks silty clay loam | 4K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caroline fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Conetoe loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Craven fine sandy loam, 4 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bonneau loamy sand, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wehadkee silt loam | 3K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 78% 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 88% 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.