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). 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 Taylor 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
Sagerton clay loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes	68K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Oplin-Rock outcrop complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes	49K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Sagerton clay loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes	36K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Oplin-Kavett complex, 1 to 8 percent slopes	24K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Rotan clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes	24K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Tobosa clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes	21K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Rowena clay loam, dry, 0 to 1 percent slopes	21K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	21K	Well drained	C	Very limited	Very limited
Colorado loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded	20K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Oplin-Rock outcrop complex, 20 to 60 percent slopes	17K		D	Very limited	Very limited
Vernon clay, 3 to 8 percent slopes	15K	Well drained	D	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Gageby clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded	14K	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Hamby fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	14K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Shep loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes	14K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Oplin-Rock outcrop complex, 10 to 30 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Pitzer-Weymouth complex 1 to 5 percent slopes	12K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Tobosa clay, 1 to 3 percent slopes	11K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Knoco-Badland complex, 1 to 12 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Shep loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat 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.

Vertisols

High-clay soils that shrink and swell dramatically. Fertile but challenging for foundations and septic systems.

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.