Wayne County, Pennsylvania
The dominant drainage class is Moderately 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 Wayne County, Pennsylvania.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morris channery loam, 0 to 8 percent slopes, rubbly | 40K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oquaga channery loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, rubbly | 33K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro channery loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, rubbly | 32K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oquaga and Lordstown channery loams, 25 to 70 percent slopes, rubbly | 28K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro channery loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 24K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Volusia channery silt loam, 0 to 8 percent slopes, rubbly | 20K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morris channery loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 20K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro channery loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 19K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wellsboro channery loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, rubbly | 18K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lordstown channery loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes, rubbly | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 16K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Mardin extremely stony loam, 8 to 25 percent slopes | 16K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mardin extremely stony loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Arnot channery loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, very rocky | 13K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oquaga channery loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, rubbly | 12K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norwich and Chippewa channery silt loams, 0 to 3 percent slopes, rubbly | 11K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Morris channery loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, rubbly | 11K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Arnot channery loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes, very rocky | 9K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Holly silt loam | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mardin channery loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 95% 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 95% 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.