Columbiana 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 Columbiana County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canfield silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 43K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canfield silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 35K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks channery silt loam, 25 to 35 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks channery silt loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bethesda and Fairpoint channery silt loams, 25 to 70 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coshocton silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hazleton-Westmoreland channery loams, 40 to 70 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ravenna silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zepernick silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Westmoreland-Berks complex, 40 to 70 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin-Coshocton silt loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Kensington silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canfield silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin silt loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Teegarden silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rittman silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Orrville silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wick silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 93% 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 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
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.