Marion and Cass Counties, Texas

Survey Area TX616• Texas

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Ultisols — strongly weathered soils with clay-enriched subsoils, common in warm humid climates. 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 Marion and Cass Counties, 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
Bowie fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes	128K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Tenaha loamy fine sand, 5 to 15 percent slopes	75K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Cuthbert fine sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes	70K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Cuthbert gravelly fine sandy loam, 5 to 15 percent slopes	66K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Lilbert loamy fine sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	60K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Water	38K		D	Not rated	Not rated
Kirvin gravelly fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes	32K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Very limited
Kirvin very fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes	32K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Darco loamy fine sand, 2 to 5 percent slopes	24K	Somewhat excessively drained	A	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Iulus fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	23K	Moderately well drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Mooreville-Mantachie complex, frequently flooded	23K	Moderately well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Sailes fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes	21K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Briley loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes	20K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Gallime-Guyton complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes	20K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Mattex loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	18K	Somewhat poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Latch-Mollville, frequently ponded complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes	14K	Moderately well drained	A	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Bibb fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	14K	Poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Sardis-Manco complex, frequently flooded	13K	Somewhat poorly drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Tenaha loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Bernaldo fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat 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.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

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.

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 83% 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.