Monroe County, Ohio

Survey Area OH111 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 Monroe County, Ohio.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Gilpin-Upshur complex, 18 to 35 percent slopes, moderately eroded 43K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Upshur silt loams, 35 to 70 percent slopes 37K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Westmoreland silt loams, 18 to 35 percent slopes, moderately eroded 28K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Westmoreland silt loams, 35 to 70 percent slopes, moderately eroded 26K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Upshur complex, 12 to 18 percent slopes, moderately eroded 14K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Guernsey-Westmore silt loams, 18 to 35 percent slopes, moderately eroded 11K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Westmoreland silt loams, 12 to 18 percent slopes, moderately eroded 10K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Guernsey-Westmore silt loams, 35 to 70 percent slopes, moderately eroded 8K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Upshur complex, very steep, benched 6K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Westmoreland-Woodsfield silt loams, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded 6K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Chagrin silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded 5K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Zanesville silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded 5K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Zanesville-Woodsfield silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded 5K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Guernsey-Upshur complex, 18 to 70 percent slopes, landslip 5K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Westmoreland silt loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded 5K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin and Dekalb very stony soils, 35 to 70 percent slopes 4K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Guernsey-Westmore silt loams, 12 to 18 percent slopes, moderately eroded 4K Moderately well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Gilpin-Upshur silt loams, 25 to 35 percent slopes, severely eroded 4K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Wellston silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes 4K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Hartshorn silt loam 4K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 100% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, 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.

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