White County Area and Van Buren 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 White County Area and Van Buren County, Tennessee.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramsey-Lily complex, 5 to 20 percent slopes, very rocky | 50K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lonewood loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Waynesboro loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Varilla-Beetree-Muse complex, 20 to 45 percent slopes, very stony | 22K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ramsey-Lily-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 50 percent slopes | 21K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Caneyville-Rock outcrop-Standingstone complex, 12 to 35 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Waynesboro loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lonewood silt loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Bouldin very cobbly fine sandy loam, 15 to 40 percent slopes, very stony | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rock outcrop-Ramsey complex, 35 to 75 percent slopes | 10K | Very limited | Very limited | ||
| Standingstone-Hayter complex, 15 to 40 percent slopes, very rocky | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gilpin silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Algood gravelly silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Nella cobbly loam, 20 to 30 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Christian cherty silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Algood gravelly silt loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Carbo-Rock outcrop complex, 12 to 30 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Waynesboro clay loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mountview silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bewleyville silt loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 64% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 69% 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
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.