Wichita County, Texas
The most common soil here is Kamay, on about 16% of the land: a silt loam, smooth, like flour. Tillman and Deandale come next.
About 87% of the land drains well.
USDA rates 90% of the land very limited for a standard septic drain field, and 68% very limited for homes with basements. That means extra cost or special design, not that it can't be done.
Worth knowing: 18% of the land floods occasionally or more, and bedrock lies within 40 inches under 18% of it.
Soils change over short distances, so look up an address below for the soil at that exact spot and the reasons behind each rating.
The soils you're most likely standing on
The biggest named soils in Wichita County, Texas, each drawn five feet deep from its official USDA description, in its recorded colors.
Dots mark gravel; white flecks mark lime. Shares are by acres across the survey area, and each mapped patch usually mixes several of these soils.
The biggest mapped areas
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Wichita 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamay silt loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 50K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 41K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bluegrove loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wheatwood and Port soils, frequently flooded | 20K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clairemont silt loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 15K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Deandale silt loam, loamy substratum, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon-Knoco complex, 3 to 12 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tipton loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Enterprise very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Kamay silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Deandale silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Knoco clay, 3 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mangum silty clay loam | 9K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Winters loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frankirk loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Yomont very fine sandy loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 8K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Enterprise very fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Winters loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very 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.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 68% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include shallow bedrock, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 90% 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.