Hunt County, Texas

Survey Area TX231• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Moderately well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high runoff). The most common soil order is Vertisols — clay-rich soils that shrink and swell dramatically with moisture changes. 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 Hunt 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
Crockett loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	86K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Leson clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes	66K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Wilson silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	59K	Moderately well drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Houston Black clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes	51K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Kaufman clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	45K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Crockett loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded	35K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Axtell loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes	28K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Water	25K		D	Not rated	Not rated
Lufkin-Rader complex	25K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Ferris-Heiden complex, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded	24K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Tinn clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	16K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Hopco silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	16K	Somewhat poorly drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Ferris clay, 5 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	15K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Nahatche loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	12K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Axtell loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes	10K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Heiden clay, 2 to 5 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Burleson clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes	9K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Rader fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	7K	Moderately well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Fairlie and Dalco soils, 1 to 4 percent slopes	5K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Crockett-Urban land complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes	3K	Moderately well drained	D	Very 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.

Vertisols

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

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.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 94% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.

Septic Systems

About 95% 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.