Hartley 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 Hartley County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallam loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 114K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dallam fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 95K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Vingo-Dallam association, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 73K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sherm clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 68K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Mobeetie-Veal-Potter complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 68K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dumas loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 63K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dallam fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 55K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Berda-Veal association, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 52K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gruver loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 45K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sunray loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Spurlock fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Conlen loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 25K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Valerian-Nara-Visa complex, 1 to 20 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Potter soils, 3 to 20 percent slopes, cool | 21K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sunray loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lincoln soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 14K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Berda loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes, cool | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Perico fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Perico fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dumas loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat 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.