Charlottesville City, 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 Charlottesville City, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban land | 2K | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited | ||
| Culpeper - Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 912 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Elioak - Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 562 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Elioak - Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 437 | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Udorthents, loamy, 2 to 25 percent slopes | 416 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Rabun - Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 360 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Culpeper - Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 340 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Culpeper - Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 243 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Glenelg - Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 231 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Dan River-Codorus complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 157 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cullen - Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 138 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Glenelg - Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 138 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rabun - Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 129 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Elioak loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 101 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Albemarle - Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 79 | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Glenelg loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 74 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Glenelg - Urban land complex, 25 to 45 percent slopes | 70 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Philomont sandy loam, 25 to 45 percent slopes, very stony | 62 | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Catoctin - Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 61 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Codorus silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 58 | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 21% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 22% 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.