Nash County, North Carolina
The most common soil here is Norfolk, on about 21% of the land: a loamy sand, gritty and loose. Georgeville and Rains come next.
About 65% of the land drains well, and 27% stays wet for long stretches; groundwater comes within two feet of the surface under 27% of it.
USDA rates 44% of the land very limited for a standard septic drain field, and 37% very limited for homes with basements. That means extra cost or special design, not that it can't be done.
Worth knowing: 11% of the land floods occasionally or more.
Soils change over short distances, so look up an address below for the soil at that exact spot and the reasons behind each rating.
The soils you're most likely standing on
The biggest named soils in Nash County, North Carolina, each drawn five feet deep from its official USDA description, in its recorded colors.
Dots mark gravel; white flecks mark lime. Shares are by acres across the survey area, and each mapped patch usually mixes several of these soils.
The biggest mapped areas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Nash 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 fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, Southern Coastal Plain | 48K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk loamy sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Norfolk, Georgeville, and Faceville soils, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Georgeville loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wehadkee loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 24K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Georgeville loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bonneau loamy sand, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wedowee coarse sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Goldsboro fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bibb loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 10K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nason loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nankin sandy loam, 2 to 10 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville loam, 10 to 25 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk-Urban land complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Faceville loamy sand, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dothan loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tomotley fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 5K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Meggett loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wedowee coarse sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat 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.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 37% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 44% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.