Hughes County, Oklahoma
The dominant drainage class is 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 Hughes County, Oklahoma.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hector-Endsaw complex, 5 to 30 percent slopes, stony | 146K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kamie loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dennis loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 25K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Talihina-Coweta complex, 5 to 20 percent slopes, very stony | 25K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Verdigris silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 23K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Verdigris silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 18K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dennis loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dennis loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 15K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bates fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Kamie loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Eram-Verdigris complex, 0 to 20 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clearview fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clearview-Hector complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 10K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Bates-Coweta complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Clearview fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clearview fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dennis loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bates fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Okemah-Pharoah complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 80% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 87% 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.