Lubbock County, Texas

Survey Area TX303• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Lubbock 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
Acuff loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	111K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Olton clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	110K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Amarillo fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	79K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Pullman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	52K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Estacado clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	43K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Amarillo fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	26K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Randall clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally ponded	15K	Poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Olton clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Acuff loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Estacado clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Amarillo-Urban land complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Acuff-Urban land complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes	9K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Lofton clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally ponded	8K	Moderately well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Posey fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	6K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Potter loam, 2 to 12 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Mansker clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Berda-Potter association, 10 to 30 percent slopes	5K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Zita loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Bippus clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	4K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Potter-Berda association, 20 to 45 percent slopes	4K	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.

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.

Alfisols

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

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

Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.

Septic Systems

About 40% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.

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.