Stanly County, North Carolina
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Stanly County, North Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badin channery silt loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Goldston very channery silt loam, 4 to 15 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Badin channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tarrus channery silt loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Goldston very channery silt loam, 15 to 45 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kirksey silt loam, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Misenheimer channery silt loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 16K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oakboro silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 11K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Badin channery silt loam, 15 to 45 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Georgeville silt loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tarrus channery silty clay loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tarrus channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Badin-Urban land complex, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Enon very cobbly loam, 4 to 15 percent slopes, very stony | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Enon very cobbly loam 15 to 25 percent slopes, very stony | 3K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Enon cobbly loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville silt loam, 15 to 45 percent slopes, extremely bouldery | 3K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville silt loam, 4 to 15 percent slopes, extremely bouldery | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tarrus-Urban land complex, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 47% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 78% 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.