Dickens 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 Dickens County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heatly-Nobscot complex, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 53K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Deepwood-Quinlan-Cottonwood complex, 5 to 50 percent slopes | 51K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olton clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Woodward-Deepwood-Quinlan complex, warm, 2 to 12 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pullman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Berda-Potter association, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miles loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Deepwood-Woodward-Quinlan complex, warm, 2 to 45 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Deepwood-Woodward-Rock outcrop complex, warm, 12 to 50 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Olton clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Weymouth clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Abilene clay loam, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miles loamy fine sand, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay loam, dry, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Spur fine sandy loam | 10K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Woodward-Deepwood complex, warm, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Veal fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 21% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 74% 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.