Tillman County, Oklahoma
The most common soil here is Tipton, on about 11% of the land: a loam, a balanced mix that crumbles in your hand. Foard and Tillman come next.
About 94% of the land drains well.
USDA rates 79% of the land very limited for a standard septic drain field, and 58% very limited for homes with basements. That means extra cost or special design, not that it can't be done.
Worth knowing: 16% of the land floods occasionally or more, and bedrock lies within 40 inches under 11% of it.
Soils change over short distances, so look up an address below for the soil at that exact spot and the reasons behind each rating.
The soils you're most likely standing on
The biggest named soils in Tillman County, Oklahoma, each drawn five feet deep from its official USDA description, in its recorded colors.
Dots mark gravel; white flecks mark lime. Shares are by acres across the survey area, and each mapped patch usually mixes several of these soils.
The biggest mapped areas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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 Tillman County, Oklahoma. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tillman and Foard soils, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 45K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon-Knoco complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tipton loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tillman-Hinkle complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lincoln and Gracemore soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 28K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tipton fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Foard-Hinkle complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Not limited |
| Hollister silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Foard silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Not limited |
| Clairemont silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, channeled, frequently flooded | 20K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Indiahoma silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Devol fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Abilene loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Grandfield-Grandmore complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Water | 13K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Grandfield and Farry soils, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Devol loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay, 3 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 11K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wheatwood silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 11K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Indiahoma silty clay loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | 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 58% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 79% 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
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.