Brunswick County, Virginia
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). 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 Brunswick County, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appling-Mattaponi complex, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 62K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 50K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 38K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Helena sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 31K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy clay loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes, severely eroded | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Pacolet sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wehadkee silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 17K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Rion-Ashlar sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 13K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Chewacla and Wehadkee soils, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 9K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wedowee gravelly sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Helena sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Emporia sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Georgeville loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Santuc sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Lignum-Cid complex, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wedowee gravelly sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Herndon loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 3K | Not rated | Not rated |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 26% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 70% 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
Well-drained soils on sloped terrain — good for most plants but watch for erosion. Terracing, contour planting, and mulching help retain moisture and topsoil. Drip irrigation is more effective than sprinklers on slopes.