Pasquotank County, North Carolina
The dominant drainage class is 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 Pasquotank County, North Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 41K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Gertie silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 33K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Perquimans silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Belhaven muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dorovan muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 8K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hyde mucky silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wasda-Conaby complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cape Lookout silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bertie fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pungo woody muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chowan silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chapanoke silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gertie fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Portsmouth fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dragston fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pasquotank silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cape Lookout mucky silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pettigrew muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yeopim silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 75% 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 75% 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.