Hemphill County, Texas

Survey Area TX211• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Hemphill 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
Dreyfoos fine sand, 3 to 30 percent slopes	87K	Excessively drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Springer loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes	71K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Mobeetie-Likes complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes	61K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Slapout-Laverne loams, 3 to 15 percent slopes	34K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Springer fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	26K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Springer fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	26K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Grandfield fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	25K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Lincoln soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	24K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Bukreek loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	20K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Mobeetie-Veal-Potter complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Berda and Mansker loams, 3 to 6 percent slopes	16K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Springer fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Riverwash sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded	13K		A	Very limited	Very limited
Grandfield fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Bukreek loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Rough broken land	12K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Sweetwater silty clay loam, saline, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	9K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Miles loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Potter soils, 3 to 20 percent slopes, cool	8K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Likes-Tascosa complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes	7K	Well drained	A	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.

Entisols

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

Aridisols

Dry-climate soils with low organic matter. Often have caliche layers that make excavation difficult. Low shrink-swell is good for foundations.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 28% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 67% 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.