Bee County, Texas

Survey Area TX025• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate runoff). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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 Bee County, Texas. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.

Soil Map Unit	Acres	Drainage	Hydro Group	Dwellings	Septic
Orelia fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	103K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Weesatche fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	62K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Blanconia loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	43K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Parrita-Olmos association, 1 to 8 percent slopes	43K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Papalote fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	42K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Pernitas sandy clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	38K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Clareville sandy clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	26K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Papalote fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	26K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Lattas clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes	23K	Somewhat poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Weesatche sandy clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	20K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Parrita sandy clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes	19K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Goliad sandy clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	12K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Monteola clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes	11K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Papagua fine sandy loam, ponded	9K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Odem fine sandy loam, occasionally flooded	9K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Sinton sandy clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	7K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Pettus sandy clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	7K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Weesatche fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Nusil fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	6K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Goliad sandy clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	6K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited

Soil Orders in This Area

The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Vertisols

High-clay soils that shrink and swell dramatically. Fertile but challenging for foundations and septic systems.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

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 76% 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.