Off-Stream Watering System Checklist
Checklist for off-stream watering systems for livestock, covering the source, pipeline, tanks and winter protection. Use it on each visit and keep the completed copy with your farm records.
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What is on this checklist
- Water source working
- Pump or gravity system operating
- Pipeline free of leaks
- Tank clean and filled
- Float valve working
- Tank pad stable and not muddy
- Freeze protection in place
- Fencing keeps livestock out of the stream
- Location rotated if needed
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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