Chesapeake City, Virginia
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B/D (varies with drainage). 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 Chesapeake City, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pungo-Belhaven soils, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently ponded | 44K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Acredale silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 26K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley-Deloss complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 20K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley-Nimmo complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 16K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dorovan-Belhaven complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 15K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Deloss mucky fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 9K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 8K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Portsmouth mucky fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Udorthents-Urban land complex, 0 to 45 percent slopes | 7K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Deloss-Tomotley-Nimmo complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dragston-Tomotley complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley-Bertie complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley-Urban land-Nimmo complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 4K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Urban land, 0 to 5 percent slopes | 4K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Munden fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hyde mucky silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tomotley-Deloss-Urban land complex, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Arapahoe mucky fine sandy loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 3K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nawney silt loam, 0 to 1 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 3K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 90% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 90% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.