Type of Soil? This is a really oddball question, but how would one go about finding out what kind of soil is in their area? :confused: For instance, I want to find out what my house (or even the subdivision) is built on...are there limestone deposits, etc? Anyone have a clue as to how to go about finding that out? |
I work in civil engineering and I'm so geeky, I think I salivated a little when I saw the title of this post lol. I LOVE soil. I bet you could do even just a google search on the geology of your area and you could probably come up with something. |
And yes, I'm even geeky enough that I'm googling it for you |
Well, there are limestone deposits in the state, from what I've found. There is also dolomite, marble, granite, sandstone, and quartzite! We don't have a lot of that cool stuff up here :) Anyway, for construction purposes, most subdivisions are built on clay, or silty clay type materials. The whole area is excavated and then refilled and packed down after pipes, manholes, etc are all connected underground. So they need material that is strong and easily moved and compacted. Depending on the type of clay and how much it expands when wet, sometimes limestone is added to make it stronger, because it actually changes the chemical properties of the clay. So my guess is that is what most of your subdivision is built on. Of course, this is going off my knowledge of soil sciences way up here in Canada, so it might be a bit different down there! |
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I am so glad you are geeky--I honestly didn't expect a real answer! I know this is a huge neighborhood...I think close to 800 houses, so I'm sure they did have to bring in some extra "stuff" to build on, I just don't know what. I tried to contact the builder to find out, but he skipped town a long time ago...:p |
If you have a county extension agent call them - they should be able to tell you where to send it to be tested. I believe it's the University of Georgia that tests soil here. |
It is usually the University in your state with an agriculture program. In Texas that would be Texas A&M. Usually the garden centers/nurseries (local, not chain) will know where to send it and will usually have the little kits to collect the soil. Check that out. |
The county soil conservation office would be able to tell you. if you can find out your section and lot numbers it will make it easier for them. if you need the exact location, try your county assessors office for the official descripiton and location of the property. |
Those are great suggestions...I do know my sector and lot number, so I will try that as well. Thanks for all the info! :D |
OK, just for the record, the 'valley' where my house is is composed of sandstone, siltstone with limestone deposits scattered throughout the area. Now, you can all sleep better. Thanks for the help! |
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