Dinwiddie County Area, 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 Dinwiddie County Area, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appling sandy loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 52K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mattaponi sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 28K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roanoke loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally flooded | 27K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville silt loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 22K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Herndon loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 16K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Emporia sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 15K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Mattaponi sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 13K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Herndon loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Emporia sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Slagle sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 9K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Georgeville silt loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 9K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Iredell loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Slagle sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Helena loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 6K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mattaponi-Urban land complex, 0 to 6 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mattaponi sandy loam, 6 to 10 percent slopes | 4K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wedowee gravelly sandy loam, 8 to 15 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat 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 48% 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.