Goliad County, Texas

Survey Area TX175• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate runoff). The most common soil order is Mollisols — grassland soils with a thick, dark, fertile topsoil rich in organic matter. 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 Goliad 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
Weesatche sandy clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	55K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Wyick fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	34K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Sarco coarse sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	34K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Raisin loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	29K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Papalote loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	27K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Ander fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	27K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Vidauri occasionally ponded-Wyick complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes	23K	Somewhat poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Blanconia loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes	21K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Pernitas sandy clay loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	19K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Clareville sandy clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, rarely flooded	17K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Olmedo very gravelly loam, 1 to 8 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	D	Not limited	Very limited
Papalote fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	15K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Greta fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	14K	Somewhat poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Clareville sandy clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes, rarely flooded	13K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Vidauri fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	12K	Poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Weesatche fine sandy loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Parrita sandy clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Ander fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	9K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Buchel clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	9K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Papalote fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	9K	Moderately well drained	C	Somewhat 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.

Mollisols

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

Alfisols

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

Vertisols

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

Entisols

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

Inceptisols

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

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 37% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 73% 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.