Wood County, Wisconsin
The dominant drainage class is Somewhat poorly drained and the dominant hydrologic group is C/D (varies with drainage). 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 Wood County, Wisconsin.
| Soil Map Unit | Acres | Drainage | Hydro Group | Dwellings | Septic |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vesper silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 54K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Kert silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 40K | Somewhat poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Withee silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 39K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Plainfield sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 31K | Excessively drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Milladore silt loam | 29K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Meehan-Newson complex, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 24K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Friendship loamy sand, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 18K | Moderately well drained | A | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Veedum muck, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 18K | Very poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Majik, cool-Ponycreek complex, lake plain, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 17K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Marshfield silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes | 17K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Eaupleine silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 17K | Well drained | C | Somewhat limited | Very limited |
| Dawsil mucky peat, lake plain, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 14K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Sherry silt loam, 0 to 3 percent slopes | 12K | Poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Dolph silt loam | 12K | Somewhat poorly drained | C/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Water | 11K | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| Anthropic psammaquents, nearly level | 10K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Elmlake muck, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 10K | Poorly drained | B/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Hiles silt loam, 2 to 6 percent slopes | 8K | Moderately well drained | C | Very limited | Very limited |
| Ponycreek-Dawsil complex, lake plain, 0 to 1 percent slopes | 7K | Very poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
| Winterfield-Fordum complex, river valleys, 0 to 3 percent slopes, frequently flooded | 7K | Somewhat poorly drained | A/D | Very limited | Very limited |
What This Means
Building & Foundations
About 80% of soils are rated "very limited" for dwellings with basements. Specific challenges include poor drainage in some areas, flood-prone areas. A geotechnical assessment is recommended before building.
Septic Systems
About 97% 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.