This calculator helps you determine the soil texture class based on the USDA soil texture triangle. Enter the percentages of sand, silt, and clay to get the texture classification of your soil sample.
Your soil texture class will appear here.
All calculations are based on the USDA soil texture triangle. Refer to the official guide for more details. All calculations are strictly based on the formulas and data provided by this source.
Using the soil texture triangle, the soil class is determined by plotting the sand, silt, and clay percentages.
Suppose a soil sample contains 40% sand, 40% silt, and 20% clay. By plotting these values on the soil texture triangle, the texture class is identified as a 'loam'.
A soil texture triangle is a tool used to classify the texture class of soil based on the percentages of sand, silt, and clay it contains.
Soil texture affects water retention, nutrient availability, and root penetration, influencing plant growth and soil management practices.