Preble 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 Preble County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celina silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 31K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crosby-Celina silt loams, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kokomo silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 20K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kokomo silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 19K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Celina silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 18K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 16K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Crosby-Celina silt loams, 2 to 4 percent slopes, eroded | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Celina silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 13K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Losantville clay loams, 6 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 11K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Celina silt loams, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cyclone silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Losantville clay loams, 12 to 18 percent slopes, severely eroded | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Celina silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rossburg silt loam, moderately wet, sandy substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stonelick loam, gravelly substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hennepin-Miamian silt loams, 25 to 50 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Westland silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian-Hennepin silt loams, 18 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miamian silt loam, 12 to 18 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Xenia silt loam, Southern Ohio Till Plain, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 75% 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. 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.