Potter County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Potter County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veal-Paloduro association, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 57K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pullman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 35K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Acuff loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 34K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mobeetie-Veal-Potter complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 33K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Burson-Quinlan-Rock outcrop association, steep | 31K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mobeetie-Tascosa complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tascosa gravelly loam, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Likes loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 23K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Weymouth-Vernon association, undulating | 21K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Acuff loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olton clay loam, breaks, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Mobeetie fine sandy loam, cool, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Vernon-Knoco complex, cool, 1 to 12 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Pantex silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Potter-Mobeetie association, 8 to 45 percent slopes, cool | 11K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clairemont silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 11K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pullman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Posey clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Estacado clay loam, breaks, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Paloduro clay loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 28% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 51% 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.