Texas County, Oklahoma
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Texas County, Oklahoma.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gruver clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 320K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ulysses clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 118K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Veal-Potter complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes, cool | 105K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dalhart fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 82K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sherm clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 80K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Conlen loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 75K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Potter soils, 3 to 20 percent slopes, cool | 65K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Dalhart fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 53K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Perico-Ulysses complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 48K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gruver loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ulysses clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dalhart loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Happyditch loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 27K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vona, Otero, and Plack soils, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Vona loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Berthoud loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Berthoud loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Otero-Vona complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Vona loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Conlen loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
About 44% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
Gardening & Agriculture
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.