Paulding County, Ohio
The dominant drainage class is Very poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Paulding County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paulding clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 70K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latty silty clay, till substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 62K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hoytville silty clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 40K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roselms silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hoytville silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Saranac silty clay loam, occasionally flooded | 4K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Toledo silty clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roselms silty clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Toledo silty clay loam | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wabasha silty clay loam, frequently flooded | 3K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latty silty clay loam | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 2K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Haskins loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fulton silty clay loam, loamy substratum, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fulton silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haskins loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fulton loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 99% 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 99% 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.