Hockley 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 Hockley County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 162K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Acuff loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 101K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Amarillo fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 83K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Patricia and Amarillo loamy fine sands, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 45K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Portales loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Portales loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Posey fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olton clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Pep loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Midessa fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Arvana fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Estacado loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Drake soils, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Midessa fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Acuff loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Arvana fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ranco clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently ponded | 4K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pep loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Kimberson gravelly loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Friona loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very 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.