Van Zandt County, Texas
The dominant drainage class is 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 Van Zandt County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freestone fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 69K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wolfpen loamy fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 60K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Woodtell loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 56K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Crockett loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 48K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Woodtell loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nahatche loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 37K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pickton fine sand, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 27K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cuthbert fine sandy loam, 8 to 20 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Manco loam, frequently flooded | 20K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Derly, occasionally ponded-Raino complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 18K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bernaldo fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Crockett loam, 2 to 5 percent slopes, eroded | 18K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gladewater clay, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Edge fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Edge fine sandy loam, 5 to 12 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Sandow loam, frequently flooded | 9K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wilson silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kirvin fine sandy loam, 1 to 5 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Leagueville loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 6K | D | Not rated | Not rated |
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 81% 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.