Kershaw County Area, South Carolina
The dominant drainage class is Excessively drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Kershaw County Area, South Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 94K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Blanton sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 38K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wagram sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pelion loamy sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 23K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Alpin sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes, Carolina and Georgia Sandhills | 21K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Chewacla loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 19K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Johnston loam | 17K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ailey sand, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Madison sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded | 15K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Ailey sand, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Nanford loam, 10 to 25 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Goldsboro loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Congaree loam | 9K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pantego loam | 9K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Madison sandy clay loam, 10 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Persanti sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Norfolk loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Georgeville loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pelion loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lakeland sand, 6 to 10 percent slopes, Carolina and Georgia Sandhills | 6K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 32% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 78% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. The well-drained soils may actually drain too fast for standard leach fields, allowing effluent to reach groundwater. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Soils tend to drain very quickly, meaning nutrients and water don't stick around long. Raised beds with amended soil, drip irrigation, and heavy mulching will give the best results. Compost is your best friend here — it improves water retention dramatically.