Person County, North Carolina

Survey Area NC145• North Carolina

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 Person 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
Georgeville loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	25K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Lignum loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	25K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Georgeville loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Herndon loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	14K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Chewacla and Wehadkee soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	12K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Appling sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Siloam loam, 15 to 45 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Helena sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	11K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Iredell gravelly loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	10K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Water	9K			Not rated	Not rated
Vance sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Wedowee sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Siloam loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Herndon loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Helena-Sedgefield sandy loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes	5K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Tarrus loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Appling sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Tarrus loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Rasalo fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Enon fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	C	Somewhat 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.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Inceptisols

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

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 43% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 51% 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

Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.