Infiltration Rate Calculator
Calculate soil infiltration rate using Horton's equation. Determine average rate, total infiltration, and runoff potential from field measurements.
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Average Infiltration Rate
1.29 in/hr
Total Infiltration
1.29 inches
How to Use This Calculator
- Conduct a double-ring infiltrometer test and enter the final steady-state infiltration rate in inches per hour.
- Input your soil texture class and organic matter percentage.
- Set the current land use and any known compaction history.
- Review the Infiltration Class and the Runoff Risk rating.
- Use the Management Improvement Potential to quantify gains from cover crops or reduced tillage.
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