Bowie County, Texas
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 Bowie County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sawyer silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 111K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wrightsville-Raino complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 44K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Adaton-Muskogee complex | 39K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Annona loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 35K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Woodtell very fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eylau very fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 30K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blevins silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Billyhaw clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 24K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Severn very fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 22K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gladewater clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 21K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Thenas fine sandy loam, frequently flooded | 17K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sardis silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 16K | Somewhat poorly drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ashford clay | 14K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ruston fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| McKamie loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rosalie loamy fine sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Alusa loam | 9K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Amy silt loam, frequently flooded | 8K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Perry clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 7K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 85% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include 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.