Set Up Pond Intake and Stock Tank Valves
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What happens here
The water intake from the pond uses a 2-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe, which is connected to the 3/4-inch poly line. This intake is fitted with a screen to prevent debris from entering the system and is equipped with a float to keep it submerged about 16 inches below the surface, where the water is cleanest and less prone to extreme temperature fluctuations. The entire water system is managed with shut-off valves at each stock tank for individual maintenance, and a check valve is installed to prevent backflow.
Goal: Install the pond intake filter and configure stock tank valves for water distribution.
Tools and materials
- 2-inch Schedule 40 PVC Pipe — The main pond water intake
- 3/4-inch Poly Line — Connecting the intake to the stock tanks
- 3/4-inch PVC Shut-off Valves — Controlling water flow to individual tanks
- Check Valve — Preventing backflow in the water system
- Float — Keeping the intake pipe at the desired depth
- Float Valves Dare — Automatically maintaining water levels in stock tanks
- Screen Material — Filtering debris at the pond intake
- Stock Tanks — Holding water for cattle
- T-Fittings — Connecting multiple tanks to the main line