Fisher County, Texas

Survey Area TX151• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Inceptisols — young soils with minimal horizon development but more than Entisols. 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 Fisher 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
Paducah loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	76K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Paducah loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	49K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Pyron clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	28K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Woodward-Quinlan complex, 3 to 5 percent slopes	28K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Westola fine sandy loam, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	26K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Miles fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	25K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Woodward loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes, warm	24K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Quinlan-Woodward complex	21K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Wichita clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	19K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Miles fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Wichita clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Colorado silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	17K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Breaks-Yomont complex, 0 to 60 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Tillman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Heatly fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Woodward-Quinlan complex, 5 to 12 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Bippus clay loam, warm, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	14K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Miles loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Acme-Cottonwood complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes	9K	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.

Inceptisols

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

Alfisols

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

Mollisols

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

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 29% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 60% 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.