Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
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 Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pella silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 40K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 28K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Houghton mucky peat, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 25K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Lomira silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 21K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Lomira silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 20K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Theresa silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 19K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Poygan silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally ponded, drained | 17K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Palms mucky peat, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 15K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Virgil silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kewaunee silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Well drained | D | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Theresa silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Somewhat limited |
| Plano silt loam, till substratum, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 11K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Theresa silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 8K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Pella silty clay loam, cool, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Manawa silty clay loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fox silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Not limited | Very limited |
| Plano silt loam, till substratum, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Hochheim soils, 12 to 20 percent slopes, severely eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Very limited | Very limited |
| Mendota silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
| Mendota silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | B | Somewhat limited | Somewhat limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 45% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 58% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Despite good drainage overall, limitations may stem from shallow bedrock, steep slopes, or seasonal conditions. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
Gardening & Agriculture
Drainage is generally favorable for gardening. Adding compost and mulch will improve fertility and water retention. Test your soil's pH before planting — most vegetables prefer 6.0-7.0.