Motley County, Texas

Survey Area TX345• 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 Motley 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
Woodward and Quinlan loams, 3 to 12 percent slopes	69K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Miles fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	45K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Miles loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	37K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Woodward-Yomont complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes	33K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Miles fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	27K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Sagerton clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	24K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Polar-Mobeetie association, hilly	23K	Well drained	A	Very limited	Very limited
Heatly fine sand, 0 to 5 percent slopes	23K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Miles loamy fine sand, 3 to 5 percent slopes	20K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Miles fine sandy loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes	20K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Motley loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	19K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Flomot fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes	18K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Delwin fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	17K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Aspermont silty clay loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Devol loamy fine sand, 3 to 8 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Riverwash	13K		A	Not rated	Not rated
Hilgrave gravelly sandy loam, 10 to 30 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Springer loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Very limited
Latom-Rock outcrop complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes	11K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Mobeetie fine sandy loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	A	Not limited	Not 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.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

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 58% 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.