Burlington County, New Jersey

Survey Area NJ005• New Jersey

The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low runoff). 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 Burlington County, New Jersey. 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
Atsion sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes, Northern Tidewater Area	45K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lakehurst sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	36K	Moderately well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Lakewood sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	20K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Downer loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes, Northern Tidewater Area	17K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Manahawkin muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded, Northern Tidewater Area	15K	Very poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Woodmansie sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Fluvaquents, sandy, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded	13K	Very poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Evesboro sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	13K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Galestown sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	12K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Atsion fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	12K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Fluvaquents, loamy, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded	10K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lakehurst sand, thick surface, 0 to 5 percent slopes	10K	Moderately well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Lakewood sand, loamy substratum, 0 to 5 percent slopes	10K	Excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Freehold fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Water	9K			Not rated	Not rated
Holmdel fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	8K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Lakehurst fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	8K	Moderately well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Atsion sand, loamy substratum, 0 to 2 percent slopes	8K	Poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Transquaking mucky peat, 0 to 1 percent slopes, very frequently flooded	7K	Very poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Adelphia fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	7K	Moderately well drained	C	Very 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.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Spodosols

Acidic forest soils with a leached layer. Common under conifers. Often have drainage issues from a compacted subsoil layer.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 63% 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 96% 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

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.