Panola County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is Moderately 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 Panola County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsville-Latex complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 134K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eastwood very fine sandy loam, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 86K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Eastwood very fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 45K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Estes-Mantachie association | 42K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nahatche complex | 38K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mattex clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 20K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latex fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Catuna-Scottsville complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 17K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Keatchie fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Marietta fine sandy loam | 11K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Latch-Mollville, frequently ponded complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Iulus fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Moderately well drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wrightsville-Cart complex | 8K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wrightsville-Timpson complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bienville loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lilbert loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Water greater than 40 acres in size | 7K | D | Not rated | Not rated | |
| Darco loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sacul fine sandy loam, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tenaha loamy fine sand, 5 to 20 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 67% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 94% 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.