Pickaway County, Ohio
The dominant drainage class is 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 Pickaway County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kokomo silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 56K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crosby silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 53K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Lewisburg silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 38K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Kendallville silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Celina silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Westland silty clay loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Genesee silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Lewisburg silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ross loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Warsaw loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Eldean loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Corwin silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cardington silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 3K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Eldean loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Warsaw loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Eldean-Kendallville loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Stonelick sandy loam | 3K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 73% 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 98% 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.