Waupaca County, Wisconsin
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 Waupaca County, Wisconsin.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hortonville fine sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 52K | Well drained | C | Not limited | Very limited |
| Cathro and Markey mucks | 35K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Rosholt sandy loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 30K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Symco loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 27K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Seelyeville muck, interdrumlin, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 26K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kennan, very bouldery and Kennan sandy loams, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 19K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Plainfield loamy sand, till plain, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 16K | Excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Seelyeville muck | 15K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kennan, very bouldery and Kennan sandy loams, 1 to 6 percent slopes | 14K | Well drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Meehan loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 13K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hortonville loam, 6 to 12 percent slopes, eroded | 12K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Kennan, very bouldery and Kennan sandy loams, 15 to 30 percent slopes | 12K | Well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Richford loamy sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 12K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Not limited | Very limited |
| Water | 11K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Rosholt sandy loam, 6 to 15 percent slopes | 10K | Well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Brems loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 10K | Moderately well drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
| Roscommon mucky loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Fordum loam | 9K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Angelica silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 8K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Elderon-Rosholt complex, 12 to 30 percent slopes | 8K | Somewhat excessively drained | A | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 49% of soils have significant building limitations, while the rest are generally suitable. Check specific sites carefully — conditions vary across the area.
Septic Systems
About 96% 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.