Robeson County, North Carolina
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A/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 Robeson County, North Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston soils | 76K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 74K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rains sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 72K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wagram loamy sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 55K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Goldsboro loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes, Southern Coastal Plain | 46K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lynchburg sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 32K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coxville loam | 31K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bibb soils | 24K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lumbee sandy loam | 20K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Johns sandy loam | 15K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wakulla sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Pocalla loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Aycock very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Trebloc loam (Grantham) | 10K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pantego fine sandy loam | 10K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lakeland sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| McColl loam | 9K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk loamy sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nahunta very fine sandy loam | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Portsmouth loam | 7K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 66% 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 72% 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.