Cherokee County, Texas
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 Cherokee County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacul fine sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 47K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lilbert loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Bowie fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 40K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sacul fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 39K | Moderately well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Trawick-Bub complex, 8 to 40 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Iulus fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 34K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nacogdoches fine sandy loam, sloping, eroded | 30K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Mattex clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 30K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Darco loamy fine sand, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 27K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Darco loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 21K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Trawick fine sandy loam, 8 to 20 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Betis loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 20K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Cuthbert fine sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Bowie fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Elrose fine sandy loam, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Elrose fine sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hannahatchee fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 16K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tenaha loamy fine sand, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Marietta clay loam | 13K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nacogdoches fine sandy loam, sloping | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 34% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 87% 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.