Tidewater Cities Area, Virginia
The dominant drainage class is Poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is B/D (varies with drainage). 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 Tidewater Cities Area, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 84K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Tomotley-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 22K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Udorthents-Dumps complex | 16K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Altavista-Urban land complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 14K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Urban land | 14K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Augusta-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chickahominy-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Axis very fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, very frequently flooded | 5K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Craven-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 5K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| State-Urban land complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bohicket muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes, very frequently flooded | 3K | Very poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nimmo-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 3K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Slagle-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Bethera-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 2K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Nevarc-Uchee complex, 15 to 50 percent slopes | 2K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Slagle-Urban land complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 1K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Newflat-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 1K | Somewhat poorly drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Munden-Urban land complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 1K | Moderately well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Craven-Urban land complex, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 1K | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dragston-Urban land complex, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 971 | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 42% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 42% of soils have significant septic limitations, while others are more suitable. A perc test is essential — conditions vary across the area.
Gardening & Agriculture
Many soils hold water for extended periods. Raised beds are highly recommended to improve drainage for vegetables. Well-adapted native plants and water-loving species will do best in natural conditions.