Wood 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 Wood County, Ohio.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoytville clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 157K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hoytville silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 76K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mermill-Aurand complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 26K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latty silty clay, till substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rimer and Tedrow, till substratum, loamy fine sands, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ottokee-Spinks loamy fine sands, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wauseon fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mermill sandy clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sloan silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 4K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Millsdale silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nappanee silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Seward and Ottokee, till substratum, loamy fine sands, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wauseon fine sandy loam, deep to till, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Castalia-Marblehead complex, very stony, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Seward and Ottokee, till substratum, loamy fine sands, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 3K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Colwood fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eel silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 2K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Randolph loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 97% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, 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.