Henry County, Ohio
The dominant drainage class is Very poorly 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 Henry County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoytville silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 86K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hoytville clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 58K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Millgrove loam | 14K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mermill loam | 9K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Granby loamy fine sand | 6K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ottokee fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Haskins loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mermill clay loam | 4K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Toledo silty clay loam | 4K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Toledo silty clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mermill loam, stratified substratum | 3K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lenawee silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latty silty clay, till substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tedrow loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fulton silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rimer loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilford fine sandy loam | 3K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haskins fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 97% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 100% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.