Wilbarger County, 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 Wilbarger County, Texas.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tillman clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 80K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rotan clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 56K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Vernon clay loam, 3 to 5 percent slopes | 43K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Miles loamy fine sand, moist, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Knoco-Badland complex, 1 to 12 percent slopes | 37K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rough broken land, clayey | 36K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Clairemont clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 33K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 31K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Springer loamy fine sand, undulating | 30K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Miles fine sandy loam, moist, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 26K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wichita clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 23K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tillman clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rotan clay loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Clairemont clay loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 15K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tivoli fine sand, 5 to 30 percent slopes | 12K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lincoln loamy fine sand, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 10K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Enterprise very fine sandy loam, 1 to 3 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Lincoln fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 9K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tipton loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Springer loamy fine sand, hummocky | 8K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 46% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 87% 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.