Cattle Water System Calculator
Size your livestock water system. Calculate daily demand, tank size, pipe diameter, and pump capacity for your herd.
Inputs
head
gal/day
x
ft
ft
Results
Peak Demand
2,250 gal
Recommended Tank Size
4,500 gal
Daily Demand1,500 gal
Pipe Diameter1.5 inches
Pump Capacity Needed4.7 GPM
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Herd Size, Daily Intake per Head, and Peak Temperature Factor.
- Set Distance to Water Source and Elevation Change.
- Review Peak Demand (gal) and Recommended Tank Size (gal).
- Use Daily Demand (gal) and Pipe Diameter (inches) to inform your decision.
- Use the chart to visualize the results and explore different scenarios by adjusting inputs.
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