Morrow County, 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 Morrow County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerburg silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 34K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bennington silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 25K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pewamo silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 20K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, ground moraine, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cardington silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shoals silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood clay loam, end moraine, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rittman silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amanda silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bennington silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Condit silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Centerburg silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canfield silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amanda silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, ground moraine, 2 to 4 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood silt loam, ground moraine, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sleeth silt loam, loamy substratum, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lobdell silt loam, occasionally flooded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, end moraine, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cardington silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 95% 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.