Roberts County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low 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 Roberts County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobeetie-Veal-Potter complex, 3 to 20 percent slopes | 100K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Berda-Potter-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 45 percent slopes | 72K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Paloduro-Pep-Potter association, rolling | 65K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Likes loamy fine sand, 1 to 8 percent slopes | 40K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Lincoln fine sand, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 36K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pep-Paloduro association, rolling | 36K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pep clay loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 29K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mobeetie fine sandy loam, cool, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 28K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pullman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Dreyfoos fine sand, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 19K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Likes-Tascosa complex, 3 to 30 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Estacado clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Potter soils, 3 to 20 percent slopes, cool | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Darrouzett silty clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Guadalupe fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Acuff loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ady fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Olton clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Paloduro loam, 5 to 8 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Paloduro loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes, cool | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 26% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 45% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.