The mean annual precipitation ranges from 46 to 60 inches, the mean annual temperature ranges from 59 to 66 degrees F., and the frost-free season ranges from 200 to 230 days. Ashlar, Louisburg, and Wateree soils are Dystrochrepts, in addition, Ashlar and Wateree soils have bedrock within a depth of 40 inches. Cecil, Lloyd, Madison, Pacolet, Saw, and Wedowee soils are in fine families. Saw soils have bedrock within a depth of 40 inches. Runoff is medium to rapid.
Permeability is moderate.
Most areas are in forests of pine and mixed hardwoods. Cleared areas are primarily used for small grain, hay, and pasture. The Piedmont of South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Virginia. The series is of moderate extent. The Rion series was formerly included with the Wedowee and Pacolet series.