Campbell County and the City of Lynchburg, 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 Campbell County and the City of Lynchburg, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil fine sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 27K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tatum loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 19K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 19K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cullen loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cullen loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Manteo channery loam, 25 to 60 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling fine sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Chewacla-Toccoa complex | 10K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil fine sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tatum loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wilkes loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 8K | Well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Manteo channery loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tatum loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nason loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nason loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Worsham soils, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cullen loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 33% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 33% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
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.