Summit County, Ohio
The dominant drainage class is Moderately well 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 Summit County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canfield silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mahoning silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chili-Urban land complex, undulating | 12K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ellsworth silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Canfield-Urban land complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chili loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Rittman silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sebring silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carlisle muck | 6K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ellsworth silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wooster silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 5K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Udorthents, sanitary landfill | 5K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Chili gravelly loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 5K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wooster silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 5K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wadsworth silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cardinal-Mentor silt loams, 25 to 75 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Urban land | 4K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Chili silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Mahoning silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 69% 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 90% 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.