Sandusky County, Ohio
The dominant drainage class is Very poorly 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 Sandusky County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoytville clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 39K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Toledo silty clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 21K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kibbie fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 20K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lenawee silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 18K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hoytville silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Haskins sandy loam, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Millsdale silty clay loam | 12K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Del Rey silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mermill loam | 8K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dixboro-Kibbie complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Spinks fine sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Dunbridge sandy loam, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glenford silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Rimer loamy fine sand, 1 to 4 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fulton silty clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Castalia very stony loam, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Colwood fine sandy loam | 6K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tedrow-Dixboro complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 91% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 97% 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.