Laurens County, South Carolina
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Laurens County, South Carolina.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 66K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Madison and Pacolet soils, 15 to 40 percent slopes | 50K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wilkes soils, 15 to 40 percent slopes | 42K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 42K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 26K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cartecay-Toccoa complex | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil-Cataula complex, 10 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 20K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling loamy sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet sandy clay loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 19K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Enon sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Water | 13K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Cataula sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, eroded | 13K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cataula sandy clay loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 12K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cataula sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 11K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wilkes sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Enon sandy loam, 10 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Enon sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Enoree silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 6K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil-Cataula complex, 6 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 36% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 47% 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.