Gaines 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 Gaines County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patricia fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 455K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Brownfield fine sand, thick surface | 182K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Arvana soils, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 51K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Amarillo loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 48K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sharvana fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 42K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Midessa fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 24K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Amarillo fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kimberson gravelly loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Arvana fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Gomez fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Gomez loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Not limited |
| Sharvana loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Circleback-Potter complex, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Berda-Potter complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Patricia loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Amarillo fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Salt Lake | 6K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Bippus and Sprone soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, rarely flooded | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Somewhat limited |
| Midessa fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Zita fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
Most soils are reasonably suitable for conventional septic systems, though site-specific conditions always matter. Get a perc test to confirm.
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.