Haskell 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 Haskell County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotan clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 81K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 59K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Grandfield-Devol complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 31K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Leeray clay, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Abilene-Miles complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hollister clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wheatwood silty clay loam | 18K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Devol-Nobscot complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Tobosa clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clearfork silty clay loam, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 16K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, undulating | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Knoco complex | 13K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tillman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lueders stony clay, 0 to 8 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Abilene clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Abilene loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lueders stony clay, 8 to 20 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wichita clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 53% 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 96% 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.