Charlotte 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 Charlotte County, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cecil fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling fine sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 18K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil clay loam, very deep, 6 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil fine sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 16K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wehadkee-Chewacla complex | 15K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 13K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Georgeville silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Herndon silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling fine gravelly sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wilkes fine sandy loam, 15 to 35 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville silt loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wilkes fine sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 6K | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Herndon silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Georgeville silty clay loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Georgeville silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil clay loam, very deep, 2 to 6 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Orange silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chewacla silt loam | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling fine gravelly sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil fine sandy loam, very deep, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
Most soils are reasonably suitable for conventional septic systems, though site-specific conditions always matter. Get a perc test to confirm.
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.