Introduction and Ram Pump Explanation

What happens here

Josh, the Stoney Ridge Farmer, and Seth Johnson from Land to House YouTube channel introduce the project: installing a new ram pump system. Seth explains the working principle of a ram pump: water flows down a drive pipe from a source (like a pond), builds pressure, and closes a check valve. This creates a pressure wave that forces a portion of the water uphill through a delivery pipe. The system is passive, requiring no electricity, and can achieve approximately 7 feet of lift for every 1 foot of vertical drop in the drive pipe. The purpose is to keep cows out of the pond and conserve well water. They clarify that while the design is ancient, modern versions use PVC pipe. Seth sells these ram pumps on his website and Amazon.

Goal: Understand the ram pump's function and project goal.