Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania
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 Inceptisols — young soils with minimal horizon development but more than Entisols. 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 Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lordstown, Oquaga, and Cadosia soils, 15 to 25 percent slopes, extremely bouldery | 46K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lordstown, Oquaga, and Cadosia soils, 25 to 60 percent slopes, extremely bouldery | 36K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morris channery silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 22K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Volusia channery silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lordstown, Oquaga, and Cadosia soils, 3 to 15 percent slopes, extremely bouldery | 19K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lordstown, Oquaga, and Bath soils, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 17K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Volusia channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mardin channery silt loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, very stony | 16K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lordstown, Oquaga, and Bath soils, 12 to 25 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro channery silt loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, very stony | 14K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Volusia flaggy silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Volusia flaggy silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morris flaggy silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mardin channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morris channery silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro channery silt loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mardin flaggy sllt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro flaggy silt loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morris channery silt loam, 0 to 8 percent slopes, extremely stony | 8K | Somewhat poorly 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 100% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some 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.