Greene 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 Greene County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ragsdale silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 26K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 19K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Reesville silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 16K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brookston silty clay loam, fine texture, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 16K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Russell-Miamian silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Xenia silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sloan silty clay loam | 9K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Celina silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Urban land complex, undulating | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Westland silty clay loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fincastle silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crosby silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ockley silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Russell-Miamian silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 4K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ross loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eldean silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Eldean silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 65% 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.