Taylor County, Texas

Survey Area TX441 Texas

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C (slow infiltration, moderate 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 Taylor County, Texas.

Soil Map UnitAcresDrainageHydro GroupDwellingsSeptic
Sagerton clay loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes 68K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Oplin-Rock outcrop complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes 49K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Sagerton clay loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes 36K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Oplin-Kavett complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes 24K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Rotan clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes 24K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Tobosa clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes 21K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Rowena clay loam, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes 21K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 21K Well drainedCVery limitedVery limited
Colorado loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded 20K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Oplin-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 60 percent slopes 17K DVery limitedVery limited
Vernon clay, 3 to 8 percent slopes 15K Well drainedDSomewhat limitedVery limited
Gageby clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded 14K Well drainedBVery limitedVery limited
Hamby fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 14K Well drainedCSomewhat limitedVery limited
Shep loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes 14K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Oplin-Rock outcrop complex, 10 to 30 percent slopes 12K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Pitzer-Weymouth complex 1 to 5 percent slopes 12K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Tobosa clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes 11K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Knoco-Badland complex, 1 to 12 percent slopes 10K Well drainedDVery limitedVery limited
Shep loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes 10K Well drainedBNot limitedSomewhat limited
Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes 10K Well drainedBSomewhat limitedSomewhat limited

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 50% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 92% 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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