Jones County, Texas

Survey Area TX253• 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 Alfisols — moderately leached forest soils with a clay-enriched subsoil. 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 Jones 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
Rowena clay loam, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes	101K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Sagerton clay loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes	59K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	41K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Spur loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	35K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Rotan clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	35K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Sagerton clay loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes	33K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Eufaula fine sand	29K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Tillman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	28K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Spur soils, broken	26K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes	22K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Vernon clay, 3 to 8 percent slopes	20K	Well drained	D	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Nimrod-Eufaula fine sand	19K	Moderately well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Nobscot fine sand	13K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Weymouth clay loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Valera silty clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Winters fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Miles loamy fine sand, moist, 0 to 3 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Miles complex	8K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Winters fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	8K	Well drained	C	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.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Mollisols

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

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 29% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 91% 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.