Baylor County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is 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 Baylor County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knoco-Vernon complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 76K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 71K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 59K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clairemont silt loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 39K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Owens stony clay, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Aspermont silty clay loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Water | 17K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Leeray clay, dry, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sagerton clay loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mangum clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Knoco-Badland complex, 1 to 12 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sagerton clay loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lincoln and Westola soils, frequently flooded | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Enterprise very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Leeray clay, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Hardeman fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Rotan clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 56% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, steep slopes, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 91% 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.