Huron County, Ohio

Survey Area OH077• Ohio

The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). The most common soil order is Alfisols — moderately leached forest soils with a clay-enriched subsoil. 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 Huron County, Ohio. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Bennington silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	101K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Cardington silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	57K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Bennington silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	21K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Condit silty clay loam	18K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Pewamo silty clay loam	13K	Very poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Chili loam, loamy substratum, 2 to 6 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Centerburg silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	8K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Kibbie loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	7K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Haskins loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes	7K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lobdell silt loam, frequently flooded	7K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Tioga loam, occasionally flooded	6K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Cardington silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	5K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Colwood silt loam	4K	Very poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Orrville silt loam, frequently flooded	4K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Lenawee silty clay loam	3K	Very poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Tuscola fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	3K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Tuscola fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	3K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Alexandria silt loam, 25 to 50 percent slopes	3K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Oshtemo fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	2K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Blount silt loam, ground moraine, 0 to 2 percent slopes	2K	Somewhat poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 94% 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. 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.