Wyandot County, Ohio
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). The most common soil order is Alfisols — moderately leached forest soils with a clay-enriched subsoil. 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 Wyandot County, Ohio. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blount silt loam, ground moraine, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 35K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pewamo silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 29K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, ground moraine, 2 to 4 percent slopes | 15K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pandora silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Milford silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Del Rey silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tiro silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood clay loam, ground moraine, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Paulding clay | 6K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood silt loam, ground moraine, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latty silty clay | 5K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shoals silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, end moraine, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blount silt loam, end moraine, 2 to 4 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Genesee silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 4K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fulton silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glynwood silt loam, end moraine, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 3K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Luray silty clay loam | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Del Rey silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bennington silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 3K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
Soil Orders in This Area
The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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 100% 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.