Foard County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). 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 Foard County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotan clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cottonwood-Knoco complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Knoco-Badland complex, 1 to 12 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Knoco-Talpa complex, 5 to 30 percent slopes, very bouldery | 32K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Talpa-La Casa complex, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wheatwood-Spur loams, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 22K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tilvern clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hollister clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Talpa-Knoco complex, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon-Knoco complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tillman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon-Knoco complex, cool, 1 to 12 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Westill clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miles loamy fine sand, moist, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Kingco silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Quanah silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Springer loamy fine sand, moist, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kingco silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wheatwood-Mangum complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 68% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 98% 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.