Maverick County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Maverick County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montell clay association, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 105K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Copita sandy clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 103K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Elindio association, nearly level | 92K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pryor association, undulating | 82K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Catarina clay, association, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 67K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Jimenez association, rolling | 60K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brundage fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 49K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dant association, gently undulating | 49K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Maverick association, undulating | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mavco association, gently undulating | 22K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olmos very cobbly loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Zapata association, undulating | 18K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Copita sandy clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Verick fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Brystal fine sandy loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 11K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Elindio silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Elindio silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Montell clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lagloria very fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 58% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 79% 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.