Fulton County, Pennsylvania
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 Fulton County, Pennsylvania.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klinesville and Weikert soils, 25 to 60 percent slopes | 42K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hazleton-Dekalb complex, 25 to 75 percent slopes, extremely stony | 19K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klinesville channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 18K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Laidig gravelly loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, extremely stony | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Klinesville channery silt loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calvin channery loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sideling and Hazleton soils 25 to 60 percent slopes, extremely stony | 12K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Weikert channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sideling gravelly loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, extremely stony | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hazleton-Dekalb complex, 8 to 25 percent slopes, extremely stony | 7K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calvin-Leck kill channery silt loams, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Buchanan cobbly loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, extremely stony | 7K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Weikert channery silt loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Laidig and Hazleton soils, 25 to 60 percent slopes, extremely stony | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calvin channery loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berks channery silt loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Basher fine sandy loam | 4K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Calvin channery loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hustontown silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | 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, 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.