Mitchell County, Texas

Survey Area TX335 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 Mitchell County, Texas.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Miles fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 87K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Stamford clay, dry, 1 to 3 percent slopes 40K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Dermott soils, 3 to 20 percent slopes 38K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Stamford clay, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes 35K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Angelo silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 32K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Vernon-Knoco complex, dry, 1 to 12 percent slopes 31K Well drainedDSomewhat limitedVery limited
Angelo silty clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 28K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Mangum clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded 24K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Vernon clay loam, dry, 1 to 3 percent slopes 20K Well drainedDSomewhat limitedVery limited
Spade fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 20K Well drainedBSomewhat limitedVery limited
Pyron clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 20K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Snyder loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 18K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Latom-Rock outcrop complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes 15K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Tivoli fine sand, dry, 5 to 30 percent slopes 12K Excessively drainedAVery limitedVery limited
Pyron clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 12K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Miles fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes 11K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Miles loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes 11K Well drainedBSomewhat limitedVery limited
Sagerton clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 10K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Colorado loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded 10K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Mereta clay loam, dry, 1 to 3 percent slopes 10K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 37% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 75% 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.

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