Haskell County, Texas

Survey Area TX207• Texas

The dominant drainage class is 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 Haskell 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
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

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.

Inceptisols

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

Vertisols

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

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.