Haywood County, Tennessee
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 Haywood County, Tennessee.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adler silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 44K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 37K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oaklimeter and Tichnor soils, frequently flooded | 32K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Routon silt loam | 25K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 24K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Feliciana silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, moderately eroded, northern phase | 23K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Loring silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, severely eroded | 22K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rosebloom silt loam, frequently flooded | 18K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Convent silt loam, frequently flooded | 16K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Feliciana silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded, northern phase | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Calloway silt loam | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Collins silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded, brief duration | 7K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lexington-Smithdale association, 12 to 25 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Feliciana silt loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded, northern phase | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded, northern phase | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ochlockonee fine sandy loam, occasionally flooded | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Routon silt loam, ponded | 4K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lexington-Providence complex, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Rosebloom silt loam, rarely flooded | 4K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 84% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include steep slopes, poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 85% 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
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.