Winchester City, 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 Winchester City, Virginia.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick-Poplimento-Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 2K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Urban land | 1K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Frederick-Poplimento-Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 656 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Oaklet-Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 486 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Frederick-Poplimento loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 333 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Frederick-Poplimento loams, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 309 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Udorthents | 200 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Frederick-Poplimento loams, 7 to 15 percent slopes, very rocky | 138 | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Massanetta loam | 112 | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blairton-Urban land complex, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 110 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Frederick-Poplimento-Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes, very rocky | 109 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Clearbrook channery silt loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 68 | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Frederick-Poplimento loams, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 58 | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Pits, quarries, and dumps | 55 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Pagebrook silty clay loam | 44 | Moderately well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Weikert-Berks channery silt loams, 15 to 25 percent slopes | 41 | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Weikert-Berks channery silt loams, 25 to 65 percent slopes | 40 | Somewhat excessively drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Chilhowie silty clay loam, 2 to 7 percent slopes | 39 | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Blairton-Urban land complex, 7 to 15 percent slopes | 36 | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Weikert-Berks channery silt loams, 3 to 8 percent slopes | 30 | Well drained | D | Very limited | Very 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.