Marquette County, Wisconsin
The dominant drainage class is Very poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is A (high infiltration, low runoff). The most common soil order is Alfisols — moderately leached forest soils with a clay-enriched subsoil. 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 Marquette County, Wisconsin. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton mucky peat, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 24K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Adrian muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 22K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gotham loamy fine sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 20K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Plainfield loamy fine sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Oshtemo loamy fine sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Plainfield loamy fine sand, 6 to12 percent slopes | 9K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Granby fine sandy loam | 9K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 8K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Gotham loamy fine sand, loamy substratum, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Gotham loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 7K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Moundville loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 7K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Granby fine sandy loam, loamy substratum | 6K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Oshtemo loamy fine sand, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 6K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Plainfield loamy fine sand, 12 to 30 percent slopes, eroded | 5K | Excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gotham loamy fine sand, 6 to 12 percent slopes | 5K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Tedrow loamy fine sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 4K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Gotham loamy fine sand, loamy substratum, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 4K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Adrian mucky peat, shallow, stratified subsoil variant | 4K | Very poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Briggsville loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 4K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Alluvial land, wet | 4K | Poorly drained | Very limited | Very limited |
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.
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 95% of soils are rated "very limited" for septic absorption fields. Poorly drained soils can't absorb septic effluent effectively. Engineered or alternative systems are frequently required. Always get a professional perc test before purchasing land that needs septic.
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.