City of Richmond, 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 City of Richmond, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turbeville-Urban land complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Urban land | 6K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Udorthents-Dumps complex, pits | 4K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Atlee-Urban land complex, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 3K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roanoke silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Faceville-Gritney-Urban land complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 2K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Edgehill-Urban land complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Wateree-Wedowee complex, 20 to 45 percent slopes | 1K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tetotum-Urban land complex, clayey substratum, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 1K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wateree sandy loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 1K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling-Urban land complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 870 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling-Wedowee complex, 12 to 20 percent slopes | 685 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wateree-Wedowee-Rock outcrop complex, 45 to 60 percent slopes | 621 | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dunbar fine sandy loam, 0 to 4 percent slopes | 610 | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roanoke-Chewacla complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 568 | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bourne-Urban land complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 465 | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling-Wedowee-Urban land complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 450 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Faceville-Gritney-Urban land complex, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 411 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Norfolk-Urban land complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 391 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 30% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 35% 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.