Highland County, Ohio

Survey Area OH071 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 Highland County, Ohio.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Clermont silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 32K Poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Jonesboro-Rossmoyne silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes 28K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Westboro-Schaffer silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes 27K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Celina-Xenia silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes 12K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Haubstadt silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes 12K Moderately well drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Boston-Bratton complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded 12K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Miamian silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded 12K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Rossmoyne silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded 12K Moderately well drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Miamian silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded 11K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Miamian-Russell silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes 10K Well drainedCNot limitedVery limited
Algiers silt loam 9K Somewhat poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited
Westboro-Schaffer silt loams, 2 to 4 percent slopes 6K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Jonesboro-Rossmoyne silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded 6K Moderately well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Genesee silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded 6K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Haubstadt silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded 5K Moderately well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Hickory silt loam, Illinoian Till Plain, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded 5K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Eel silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded 4K Moderately well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Crosby-Fincastle silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes 4K Somewhat poorly drainedC/DVery limitedVery limited
Boston-Bratton complex, 12 to 18 percent slopes, moderately eroded 4K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Brookston silty clay loam, fine-silty, 0 to 2 percent slopes 4K Very poorly drainedB/DVery limitedVery limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 85% 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.

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