Eastland County, Texas

Survey Area TX133• 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 Alfisols — moderately leached forest soils with a clay-enriched subsoil. 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 Eastland 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
Chaney loamy sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes	90K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Demona loamy sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	45K	Moderately well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Bonti-Exray complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes, extremely stony	29K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Owens clay, 5 to 30 percent slopes, extremely stony	27K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Chaney loamy sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded	24K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Hensley stony loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes	23K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Chaney stony loamy sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes, extremely stony	21K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Patilo fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	19K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Nimrod fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	19K	Moderately well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Truce fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	19K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Thurber clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	19K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Lindy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Pedernales fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Leeray clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Palopinto very stony clay loam, 1 to 8 percent slopes, rubbly	16K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Bonti fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Exray stony soils, hilly	15K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Truce fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes, eroded	14K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Pedernales loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Elandco silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	13K	Well drained	B	Very 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.

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.

Vertisols

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

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 44% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 100% 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.