Staunton City, Virginia

Survey Area VA790• 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 Staunton City, 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
Frederick-Christian-Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes, severely eroded	2K			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Christian-Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes, severely eroded	341			Not rated	Not rated
Urban land	334			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Christian silt loams-Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded	322			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Christian gravelly silt loams-Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded	309			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Christian silt loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded	275	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Frederick-Christian gravelly silt loams-Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded	236			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Christian gravelly silt loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded	165	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Frederick-Christian silt loams, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded	145	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Udifluvents-Urban land complex	134			Not rated	Not rated
Chilhowie-Edom-Urban land complex, 15 to 45 percent slopes, severely eroded	113			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Rock outcrop complex, 0 to 15 percent slopes, eroded	112	Well drained	B	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Frederick-Rock outcrop complex, 15 to 45 percent slopes, eroded	92	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Timberville-Urban land complex, 0 to 7 percent slopes	87			Not rated	Not rated
Chilhowie-Edom-Urban land complex, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded	83			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Christian-Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes, rocky, eroded	69			Not rated	Not rated
Frederick-Christian gravelly silt loams, 15 to 25 percent slopes, eroded	64	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Rock outcrop-Frederick complex, steep	52			Very limited	Very limited
Frederick-Christian gravelly silt loams, 25 to 45 percent slopes	50	Well drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Udorthents	46			Not rated	Not rated

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.

Ultisols

Strongly weathered clay soils of the Southeast. Acidic and naturally low in nutrients. Clay subsoil can slow drainage.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Inceptisols

Young but developing soils found in mountains and river terraces. Variable properties — check drainage and bedrock depth.

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.