Louisa County, Virginia
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B (moderate infiltration). The most common soil order is Ultisols — strongly weathered soils with clay-enriched subsoils, common in warm humid climates. 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 Louisa County, Virginia. Search your address to find the exact soil composition, drainage, and series details at your specific location.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nason silt loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 35K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Nason silt loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 35K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling sandy loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 34K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Tatum silt loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 27K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Appling sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes, moderately eroded | 21K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wehadkee-Chewacla complex | 12K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 11K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Worsham fine sandy loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Tatum silt loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Wedowee-Appling sandy loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Water | 5K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Grover sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil-Pacolet clay loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 5K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Abell fine sandy loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Ashlar sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 5K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Wedowee-Appling sandy loams, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pacolet-Cecil sandy loams, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Cecil sandy loam, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Ashlar sandy loam, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Appling-Wedowee sandy clay loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded | 4K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
Soil Orders in This Area
The USDA classifies every soil into one of 12 soil orders. Here are the dominant orders found in this survey area.
What This Means
Building & Foundations
Most soils are generally favorable for residential construction. Standard foundations are usually viable, though site-specific evaluation is always recommended.
Septic Systems
Most soils are reasonably suitable for conventional septic systems, though site-specific conditions always matter. Get a perc test to confirm.
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.