Tipton County, Tennessee
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 Tipton County, Tennessee.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adler silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 45K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 12 to 25 percent slopes, severely eroded, northern phase | 38K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, moderately eroded, northern phase | 30K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 20 to 40 percent slopes, northern phase | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 16K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded, northern phase | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Memphis silt loam, 8 to 12 percent slopes, severely eroded, northern phase | 12K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 11K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Tunica clay, frequently flooded | 9K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Loring silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amagon overwash and Oaklimeter silt loams, frequently flooded | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dubbs-Routon complex, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Routon silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bowdre silty clay, frequently flooded | 6K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sharkey clay, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 6K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grenada silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Robinsonville fine sandy loam, rarely flooded | 5K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dekoven silt loam, rarely flooded | 4K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dubbs silt loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Robinsonville silt loam, occasionally flooded | 4K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 54% 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 54% 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.