Fisher County, Texas
The most common soil here is Paducah, on about 20% of the land: a loam, a balanced mix that crumbles in your hand. Woodward and Wichita come next.
About 99% of the land drains well.
USDA rates 64% of the land very limited for a standard septic drain field, and 32% very limited for homes with basements. That means extra cost or special design, not that it can't be done.
Worth knowing: 11% of the land floods occasionally or more, and bedrock lies within 40 inches under 27% of it.
Soils change over short distances, so look up an address below for the soil at that exact spot and the reasons behind each rating.
The soils you're most likely standing on
The biggest named soils in Fisher County, Texas, each drawn five feet deep from its official USDA description, in its recorded colors.
Dots mark gravel; white flecks mark lime. Shares are by acres across the survey area, and each mapped patch usually mixes several of these soils.
The biggest mapped areas
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.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 32% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 64% 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.