Holmes 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 Holmes County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coshocton silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 27K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coshocton silt loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 24K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wooster silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 20K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Canfield silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Orrville silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wooster silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wooster silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Brownsville channery silt loam, 25 to 35 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coshocton silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brownsville channery silt loam, 35 to 70 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chili loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Canfield silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks silt loam, 25 to 35 percent slopes, very stony | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks silt loam, 35 to 70 percent slopes, very stony | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amanda loam, 18 to 25 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lobdell silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Coshocton silt loam, 12 to 25 percent slopes, very stony | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chili loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Brownsville channery silt loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rigley sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 79% 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.