Fluvanna 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 Fluvanna County, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatum silt loam, undulating phase | 24K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nason silt loam, undulating phase | 19K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nason silt loam, rolling phase | 17K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Manteo silt loam, hilly phase | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Manteo silt loam, rolling phase | 8K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Louisburg sandy loam, rolling and hilly phases | 7K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Manteo silt loam, steep phase | 6K | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mixed alluvial land, poorly drained | 5K | Poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Louisburg sandy loam, eroded steep phase | 3K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nason loam, undulating phase | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Louisburg sandy loam, eroded rolling and hilly phases | 3K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling fine sandy loam, undulating phase | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Worsham silt loam | 3K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mixed alluvial land, well drained | 3K | Well drained | Very limited | Very limited | |
| Appling sandy loam, undulating phase | 3K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lloyd silt loam, undulating phase | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tatum silty clay loam, eroded undulating phase | 2K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Fluvanna silt loam, undulating phase | 2K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Orange silt loam, undulating phase | 2K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bremo silt loam, rolling phase | 2K | Somewhat excessively drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 41% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 43% 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.