Latimer County, Oklahoma
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Latimer County, Oklahoma.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnasaw-Clebit association, 8 to 30 percent slopes | 113K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carnasaw-Pirum-Clebit association, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 53K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Denman-Carnasaw association, 8 to 30 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bengal-Denman association, 8 to 20 percent slopes | 33K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Neff and Rexor soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 17K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pirum-Carnasaw-Panama association, 12 to 25 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Stigler silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tuskahoma-Sobol complex, 8 to 20 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carnasaw-Clebit-Rock outcrop complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Shermore fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ceda gravelly fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cupco silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 9K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Neff silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bigfork-Yanush association, 20 to 45 percent slopes, rocky | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Counts silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Carnasaw-Clebit-Pickens variant association, 30 to 45 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bengal-Clebit complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tuskahoma-Sobol complex, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Yanush-Sobol complex, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rexor silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 5K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 100% 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 100% 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.