Leon County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low runoff). 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 Leon County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatliff fine sandy loam, frequently flooded | 52K | Moderately well drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wolfpen loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 49K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Padina loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 46K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pickton loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 45K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Silstid loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 38K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tenaha-Cuthbert complex, 8 to 20 percent slopes | 36K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cuthbert fine sandy loam, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 32K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hearne fine sandy loam, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Rader fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gasil fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pickton loamy fine sand, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Gladewater clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nahatche loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 14K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Arenosa fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 14K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Padina loamy fine sand, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Crockett-Wilson complex, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bienville loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Crockett fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kaufman clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Axtell fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
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 54% 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.