Butler County, Ohio
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 Butler County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wynn silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 20K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eden silty clay loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Russell-Miamian silt loams, bedrock substratum, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 12K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wynn silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Russell-Miamian silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Xenia silt loam, bedrock substratum, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eldean-Urban land complex, nearly level | 8K | Well drained | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Genesee loam | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fincastle silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Russell silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hennepin-Miamian silt loams, 18 to 25 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Xenia silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Russell-Urban land complex, gently sloping | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Russell silt loams, bedrock substratum, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wynn-Urban land complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 5K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Miamian silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lanier fine sandy loam | 5K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ross loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hennepin-Miamian silt loams, 25 to 50 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 63% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 91% 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.