In a recent column we discussed the use of the web soil survey as an integral part of the preliminary site evaluation. Again, the web soil survey address is as follows: websoilsurvey.sc.egov.usda.gov/app/homepage.htm.We encourage you to explore this site and become familiar with the available information on soils in your area. The site is useful whether you are dealing with problem soils such as those high in sodium content, or more suitable soils for installation of systems. Looking at the map unit descriptions gives insights into how soils may change across your site based on landscape characteristics. The series descriptions and
