Wichita 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 Wichita County, Texas.
| 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 |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 74% 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 93% 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.