Champaign County, Ohio
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/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 Champaign County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 33K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brookston silty clay loam, fine texture, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 31K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Celina silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 27K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miami silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 25K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miami silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 21K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Crosby silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lippincott silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 18K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fox silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fox silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Algiers silt loam | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miami silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Warsaw silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Sloan silt loam | 3K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Homer silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carlisle muck | 3K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brookston silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian clay loam, shallow to dense till substratum, 12 to 18 percent slopes, severely eroded | 2K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Genesee silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 2K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Patton silty clay loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 77% 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 100% 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.