Sheboygan County, Wisconsin

Survey Area WI117• Wisconsin

The dominant drainage class is Well drained and the dominant hydrologic group is D (very slow infiltration, high 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 Sheboygan 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
Kewaunee silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded	44K	Well drained	D	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Manawa silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes	22K	Somewhat poorly drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Hochheim silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded	19K	Well drained	D	Not limited	Very limited
Hochheim silt loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	15K	Well drained	D	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Kewaunee silty clay loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes, eroded	13K	Well drained	D	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Theresa silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	13K	Well drained	C	Not limited	Somewhat limited
Kewaunee silty clay loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	11K	Well drained	D	Somewhat limited	Somewhat limited
Waymor silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	11K	Well drained	C	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Fox silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	10K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Poygan silty clay loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes, occasionally ponded, drained	10K	Poorly drained	C/D	Very limited	Very limited
Houghton muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes	9K	Very poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Casco-Rodman complex, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded	9K	Somewhat excessively drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Casco loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded	7K	Somewhat excessively drained	B	Somewhat limited	Very limited
Boots muck	7K	Very poorly drained	A/D	Very limited	Very limited
Casco-Rodman complex, 20 to 30 percent slopes	7K	Somewhat excessively drained	B	Very limited	Very limited
Casco loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes	6K	Somewhat excessively drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Hochheim silt loam, 12 to 20 percent slopes, eroded	5K	Well drained	D	Very limited	Very limited
Palms muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes	5K	Very poorly drained	B/D	Very limited	Very limited
Fox silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	4K	Well drained	B	Not limited	Very limited
Pella silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes	4K	Poorly drained	B/D	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.

Alfisols

Moderately weathered forest soils with clay-enriched subsoil. Productive for agriculture, generally good for building and septic.

Mollisols

Fertile grassland soils with thick, dark topsoil. Among the best for agriculture, building, and gardening.

Entisols

Young soils with little development — found on floodplains, dunes, and steep slopes. Properties vary widely by setting.

What This Means

Building & Foundations

About 33% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.

Septic Systems

About 89% 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

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.