Greenville County, South Carolina
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Ultisols — strongly weathered soils with clay-enriched subsoils, common in warm humid climates. 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 Greenville County, South Carolina. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 69K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 58K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 47K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil-Cataula complex, 10 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 32K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil-Urban land complex, 2 to 10 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cartecay and Toccoa soils | 23K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Evard-Brevard association, steep | 21K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brevard-Evard complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Edneyville soils, 25 to 40 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hiwassee sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ashe-Cleveland association, stony, very steep | 13K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Saluda and Edneyville soils, very steep | 13K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hiwassee sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet clay loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ashe-Cleveland association, very steep | 7K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pacolet sandy loam, 25 to 40 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hiwassee sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 6K | Not rated | Not rated |
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 39% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 39% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.