Waynesboro City, Virginia
The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low runoff). 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 Waynesboro City, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick-Christian-Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 973 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land | 602 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Allegheny-Cotaco cobbly fine sandy loams-Urban land complex, 1 to 7 percent slopes | 369 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Craigsville-Urban land complex | 270 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Allegheny-Cotaco-Urban land complex, 1 to 7 percent slopes | 251 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Sherando cobbly sandy loam, 15 to 45 percent slopes | 251 | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frederick-Christian-Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 203 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Bookwood-Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 190 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Unison-Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 188 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Frederick-Christian silt loams, 2 to 7 percent slopes, eroded | 145 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Udorthents | 135 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Craigsville fine sandy loam | 131 | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Allegheny-Cotaco cobbly fine sandy loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 108 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Sherando cobbly sandy loam, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 76 | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Fluvaquents, nearly level | 69 | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sherando-Urban land complex, 2 to 15 percent slopes | 68 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Water | 63 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Buchanan-Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 63 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Massanetta silt loam | 59 | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frederick-Christian silt loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes, eroded | 55 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
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.