Hall County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Hall County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodward-Quinlan complex, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 121K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Quinlan-Woodward complex | 86K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Woodward loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes, warm | 28K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Carey loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Weymouth loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tivoli fine sand, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 21K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miles loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Riverwash | 17K | A | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Sagerton loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Texroy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lincoln loamy fine sand, dry, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Enterprise very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| St. Paul silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Yomont very fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rough broken land | 7K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hardeman fine sandy loam, dry, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Hardeman fine sandy loam, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Carey loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
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 79% 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
Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.