{"title":"Cattle Guard Forms","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is a Concrete Cattle Guard Form?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcrete cattle guard forms are precast molds or frameworks designed to shape and mold concrete into specific configurations to create cattle guards. Cattle guards, also known as cattle grids or stock grids, are structures commonly used in rural areas to prevent livestock, such as cattle, from crossing a road or pathway while allowing vehicles to pass freely. These guards are particularly useful for managing the movement of livestock without the need for gates or manual intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarn World carries two types of these popular forms: one is the \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/concrete-cattle-guard-form-reusable\" title=\"Resuable cattle guard form\"\u003eCow Stop\u003c\/a\u003e reusable form, \u003c\/b\u003ewhile the other is the \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/concrete-cattle-guard-form-in-ground\" title=\"Cattle guard form for in ground installations\"\u003eTexan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, which remains in the ground after the cement is poured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are economical and provide a safe livestock barrier for cattle. The forms don't allow an animal's hoof to slide down between two rails and expose a leg to injury. Instead, it has two rounded surfaces that come together and form a bottom that won't allow the hoof to slide deeply between the ridge surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety is paramount, and below are some more advantages of using these versatile forms over the traditional\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=34FC881A-D2E1-406E-87A8-8DBB9B0985A0\"\u003esteel cattle guards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat are so popular throughout the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdvantages of concrete over the traditional steel cattle guards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a lot of advantages to using a concrete cattle crossing over the rail and channel steel cattle guard design. Cost is always a serious consideration when managing livestock, as well as safety, effectiveness, and ease of use. Below are some of the details of these benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCost\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost is always a significant consideration when managing large groups of animals. These heavy-duty polyethylene forms are more economical to purchase as well as ship when compared to traditional steel cattle guards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique design of the reusable Cow Stop Cattle Grid Form allows you to make as many livestock barriers as you need and install them easily by setting them directly on the ground. The pour-in-place Texan allows you to simply fill the form with cement and leave it in place while it cures into a concrete barrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"172\" width=\"250\" alt=\"large concrete cattle guard form\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/concrete-cattle-guard-form-top-view-e1705621188623.jpg\"\u003e \u003cimg height=\"100\" width=\"250\" alt=\"reusable concrete cattle guard form\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/cattle-guard-form-picture-e1705621249771.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo get the most out of your budget while providing strong and safe fence-line crossings without a gate,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety at a Fraction of the Cost of Steel Guards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique, do-it-yourself guards offer humane and safe cattle guards that safeguard your significant investment. Unlike steel guards that pose potential dangers, our patented cattle guard forms are designed with the welfare of your livestock in mind. A steel guard is constructed with round rails spaced 4 in or so apart and a deep vaulted area below. This design can potentially allow a hoof to slide between the rails and expose the leg to breakage if the animal struggles to get out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concrete forms have a shallow depth of approximately 5 inches, eliminating the animal's leg exposure. See the picture below to see how the form narrows the further down the gap goes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"242\" width=\"283\" alt=\"side view of the concrete cattle guard form\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Concrete-Cattle-Guard-Picture.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVersatile and Cost-Effective Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Cow Stop measures 21.5 inches by 6 feet, providing the flexibility to create cattle guards of any size for various openings. Simply arrange Cow Stops like brick pavers, and you can construct a custom cattle guard with ease. The form ensures a solid built-in foundation, minimizing preparation work. The result? A highly durable, HS-20 certified cattle guard – not only the most cost-effective but also the safest on the market, regardless of price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Bottom Line: Opt for Safety, Strength, and Affordability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Barn World, we prioritize not only the strength and cost-effectiveness of our products but also the safety of your livestock. Our innovative Cow Stop is engineered with a built-in Hoof Stop to ensure unparalleled safety for your cattle. The top of the cattle guard features strategically spaced gaps of five inches, sufficient to dissuade all but the most determined cows. Should a curious cow attempt to cross, they'll encounter our 2-inch STOP area, creating discomfort without harm, and prompting an immediate and safe retreat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"tractor carrying hay bale over a concrete cattle guard\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Cattle-guard-concrete-e1705621394332.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCattle Guard Forms Are:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt-in Hoof Stop Prevents Livestock Injury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrongest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHS-20-Rated, allowing 18-wheelers to cross\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWeighing only 140 lbs., our forms save hundreds on shipping alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance-Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo painting, no rust – just years of tough-duty service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvest in the best to safeguard your herd and elevate your cattle guard experience with the Cow Stop and Texan Forms today!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you still prefer the traditional steel pipe cattle guards, you can\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=34FC881A-D2E1-406E-87A8-8DBB9B0985A0\"\u003eshop our steel cattle guards by clicking here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"concrete-cattle-guard-form-reusable","title":"Cattle Guard Form - FREE SHIPPING!","description":"\u003chr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEE ALL OF OUR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=F8562563-9733-4FEF-B59C-FC157C98EED2\"\u003eCATTLE GUARD FORMS\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reusable concrete cattle guard form is a simple and cost-effective solution to making as many of your own cattle guards as you like. These forms create a DOT highway safety HS20-Rated (16 tons per axle) guard. The straightforward process of making them means you won't be paying the high price for materials and construction or the shipping costs, as seen with traditional steel cattle guards, ever again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"concrete cattle guard form installed on a driveway\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/step_-_8_240x240.png?v=1778686513\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe form itself only weighs 75 pounds, and the finished product can be set directly in the ground! There's no need to dig a vault like a steel guard. This versatile design also provides extra safety for hoofed animals as they aren't able to slip a leg through the opening, unlike steel guards. The 5\" gaps between the top ridges narrow to 2.5\" and end at a solid bottom to prevent animals from sliding into the guard and becoming entangled or stuck in the barrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe, strong, and extremely economical, the livestock barriers you can make with these forms provide effective and secure containment on your farm or ranch without the hassle of using a gate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"lifting a concrete cattle guard from its form\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/step_-_6_480x480.png?v=1778686503\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConcrete Cattle Guard Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple, safe, economical, and reusable!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 75 lbs., the finished product can weigh 1,500 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake as many as you like!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe sure to use a release agent to avoid damage to the form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished dimensions are approximately 6' L x 21.5\" W\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHS20-Rated - 16 tons per axle - rebar not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach pour requires 12 bags of 80 lbs., 4,000 PSI concrete mix, and 1\/2\" rebar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to make your own cattle guard!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese forms create an engineer-rated, heavy-duty, reusable cattle guard that is very economical. P.E. Certified product that can handle the demanding load requirements set forth by the DOT, USFS, NP, BLM, and U.S. Military. The HS-20 rating is load-certified for \u003cstrong\u003e32,000 pounds \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eper axle!\u003c\/b\u003e The gaps measure 4.5 inches between beams and narrow to a defined bottom to help prevent animal entrapment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCattle Guard Spacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"side view of cattle guard with dimension\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Concrete-Cattle-Guard-Picture.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse a Release Agent\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help the finished form exit the mold, it is recommended to use non-petroleum release agents, like vegetable oil, Pam, or car wax. Since the form is made of polyethylene (plastic), certain release agents that are petroleum-based react with the plastic and can damage the form.  \u003cu\u003e\u003cmark\u003eA non-petroleum-based agent should be used to ensure a smooth release and avoid damage to the form while separating it from the finished cattle guard.\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFinished Concrete Cattle Guard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH POUR REQUIRES 12 BAGS \/ 80 LB. \/ 4,000 PSI CONCRETE MIX \u0026amp; 1\/2\" RE-BAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"ends of finished concrete cattle guard\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Concrete-Cattle-Guards.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eInside the form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"inside of cattle guard form\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/Concrete-Cattle-Guard-Form.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe video below gives valuable insight into how to pour your own cattle guards from an actual job. It has fantastic real-time comments from the owner of the company and plenty of tips on how to easily make your own livestock barriers. Learn how easy it is, from start to finish, as you watch how it's done simply and easily!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease see more videos at the bottom of the page for a complete overview of the entire process. Here's a link for the larger leave-in-the-ground \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/concrete-cattle-guard-form-in-ground\" title=\"Inground cattle guard form\"\u003e\u003cb\u003econcrete cattle guard form,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and one in case you need a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=34FC881A-D2E1-406E-87A8-8DBB9B0985A0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esteel cattle guard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eUsing the Cattle Guard Form\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"542\" data-start=\"153\"\u003eThe reusable form allows you to pour your own HS20-rated cattle guards and make as many as you need. The form itself includes notches to hold your rebar in place, making it easy to set up before filling the form with concrete. Simply pour, allow the cement to dry and cure, and you’re done. Follow these general guidelines and watch the video above to see how simple the process really is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInstall the Re-bar:\u003c\/b\u003e Slide your re-bar into the holding slots at the top and bottom of the form. You can use 1\/2\" or even larger if desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTie in a J-bolt\u003c\/b\u003e or other lifting point to remove the guard when cured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApply a release agent\u003c\/b\u003e to the form to help the concrete exit the form when cured. Silicon-based and even plain vegetable oil work well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFill the form with cement\u003c\/b\u003e - each form takes 12, 80-pound bags of 4,000 psi cement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLet the cement cure\u003c\/b\u003e - it usually takes approximately four days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLift the guard and tap\u003c\/b\u003e around the perimeter of the form to remove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSet\u003c\/b\u003e your new concrete livestock barrier in place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis process can be repeated as often as you need to make as many of these durable livestock barriers as you need. Please see the instructional video below for complete details on how to make your own Texas Gates and set up your farm and ranch to be a secure, but gate-less facility. \u003cspan\u003eH20-rated grids are load-rated for 16 tons per axle, the same standards used by the DOC for public roadway installations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVideo on how to make your own cattle guard!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OFvKfhRmmSM\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eCattle Guard Product Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following review synopsis provides insight into how easy and convenient it is to create a concrete cattle guard crossing. You simply fill the form with cement and rebar (not included), wait for it to cure, and then set it in place. You'll have a 16-ton per axle-rated livestock barrier that removes the inconvenience of opening and closing gates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEase of Making\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process of making our own cattle guards couldn't be simpler. The form is designed with the user in mind, ensuring that even those with minimal construction experience can achieve professional results. The detailed instructions included with the form guide you through each step, from preparing the site to pouring the concrete. The form's durable material ensures that it holds its shape perfectly, resulting in sturdy and reliable cattle guards every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/cattle_guard_form_supplies_480x480.webp?v=1781366627\" alt=\"cattle guard form\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEase of Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the cattle guards are made, the installation is a breeze. The form allows for precise measurements and alignment, making it easy to fit the guards exactly where needed. We followed the installation steps, and within a short time, we had our first cattle guard in place. The design of the form ensures that the finished guards are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, blending seamlessly with our ranch environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConvenience of Making Multiple Forms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout features of the Cow Stop Cattle Guard Form is the ability to make as many cattle guards as needed. The form is reusable, allowing us to produce multiple guards without additional costs. This has been incredibly convenient for our growing ranch, as we can now create and install cattle guards at various access points without breaking the bank. The form's robust construction means it holds up well to repeated use, maintaining its integrity and performance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the Cow Stop Cattle Guard Form has exceeded our expectations in every way. It has provided us with an efficient, cost-effective, and user-friendly solution for creating and installing cattle guards. I highly recommend this product to anyone looking to enhance their ranch infrastructure with ease and convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiagram of cattle guard form\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"cattle guard form diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Cattle-Guard-Form-Diagram.jpg\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvantages of Concrete Cattle Guard Forms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most obvious is the cost! The form is reusable, and you can pour as many as you'd like to build in a do-it-yourself system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafer Cattle Guards for Horses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe don't recommend traditional cattle guards for use with horses, but \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cu\u003emuch safer for horses and smaller hoofed animals.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this design, the space between the tops measures 5\" and it narrows quickly to only 2.5\" at the bottom. Yes, there is a bottom and no vaulted, or dead-space area underneath for an animal's leg to slide into. This decreasing opening size and the lack of a drop below the guard help keep smaller-hoofed animals from getting a leg stuck or trapped between steel bars. If a hoof were ever to slide between the tops, it would be prevented from sliding too far, as it narrows quickly and prevents the hoof from sliding through the guard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReusable cattle Guard Forms allow you to make as many as you'd like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using a form, you can make as many as you'd like. If you have multiple openings you'd like to prevent your livestock from crossing and don't want to worry about opening and closing gates, simply pour another cattle guard! No need to have multiple grids shipped to you when you can make your own. Most steel cattle guards will weigh 120 - 130 pounds per linear foot, making them difficult and expensive to ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple cattle grids without a box frame are often called ‘flat cattle guards’ and will typically have 4 channel beams underneath as support for the pipe overhead. Flat cattle guards will need to sit on a concrete footing, whereas boxed cattle guards will not. In fact, most steel cattle guards need to rest on a concrete footing or foundation since the supporting channel beams underneath are obviously too narrow to sit on bare ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotice that some ‘flat’ cattle guards will only sit 6 to 7 inches off the ground (some actually resting on the ground!), making it much less of a cow deterrent. We’ve seen and have tried a few homemade cattle guard gimmicks, everything from wood slats to painted stripes, cinder blocks to highway guard railings, not to mention a few other embarrassing optical illusions. They work temporarily until a calf gets spooked or the herd discovers greener pastures just over the road. In the end, all of the cow-deterring gimmicks, tricks, and shortcuts simply fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur engineering has revealed a few simple truths. To be effective, a cattle guard must be 10 to 12 inches in height, and not less than 6 feet from front to back. Beams separated by 5-inch gaps have proven to be the most effective and safest cow-deterring cattle guard design. Steel cattle guards may be ‘traditional’, but they’re extremely heavy and expensive, especially when you factor in the shipping and the concrete footing costs. The weight makes it difficult to offload from the delivery truck, and most steel companies hold the customer responsible for offloading with a forklift or tractor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, whether painted or exposed, given enough exposure to bad weather, steel cattle guards will rust and corrode at varying speeds. In fact, cattle guard corrosion is such an epidemic that it’s almost acceptable! Some companies sell rust-damaged cattle guards, and of course, the ongoing process of rust (oxidation) weakens the metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Concrete Cattle Guard Costs Less, Yet It’s Stronger and Will Survive Longer than Steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"cattle guard form with re-bar installed\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/step_-_1_240x240.png?v=1778686477\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe form only weighs 140 lbs. before filling with concrete. Concrete cattle guards are a better, long-term option. Concrete is superior to steel in terms of strength, cost, and longevity. So, why is the traditional cattle guard constructed from steel? Well, precast concrete cattle guards are almost twice the weight of steel. Farm supply stores and individual customers simply can’t afford the shipping costs, let alone offload that kind of weight. However, Cattle Guard Forms are lightweight, the smaller form weighing only 79 lbs., and an 8 ft. by 6 ft. form is 150 lbs., even with the pre-installed GFRP rebar!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet it in place, fill it with fresh concrete, and never have to move it or pick it up again. You’re done! Why HS-20 Cattle Guards? Do you know how much weight “economical” steel cattle guards can support? Neither do the retailers selling them! We are proud to say that our Cattle Guard Forms have been tested and certified to deliver an HS-20 (32,000 pounds\/axle) load rating. Most ‘economical’ steel cattle guards will fail even under marginal loads, let alone the stress of a loaded semi, hay wagon, or dump truck. With that in mind, an HS-20-rated cattle guard will handle about anything you can fit between your gate opening. That’s one less thing a farmer should worry about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy The Way, an HS-20 load rating means you can have a 5-axle semi-truck, with a max gross weight of 80,000 lbs. (DOT limit), and drive across it without a problem. The rating claims we provide are backed by a certified structural engineer’s sealed drawing attesting that Cattle Guard Forms properly placed and poured meet, or exceed, the rigorous standards for HS-20, which are used when specifying highways, bridges, and US Military construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHere's what the form looks like, full of cement and waiting to cure. Notice the rebar added to make lifting the finished guard easier to remove the form.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/step_-_4_480x480.png?v=1778686492\" alt=\"A cattle guard form full of cement\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe spoke with the manufacturer, and they recommended using any non-petroleum release agents, like vegetable oil, Pam, or car wax. Since the form is made of polyethylene (plastic), certain release agents that are petroleum-based can react with the plastic and damage the form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis quick illustrated construction diagram shows how straightforward it is to make your own concrete cattle guards:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin: 0 auto 16px auto; max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" alt=\"concrete cattle guard form information sheet with pictures\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cattle-Guard-Form-Info-Shee.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHere, a typical farm tractor crosses the concrete cattle grid and enters another pasture for mowing. No one had to get out and open a gate or fend off any cows!!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"tractor crossing a concrete cattle guard with mower\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/concrete-cattle-guard-e1554162561650.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 640px; margin: 30px auto; padding: 0 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 640px; margin: 30px auto; padding: 0 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 640px; margin: 30px auto; padding: 0 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Make Your Own Cattle Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ciframe title=\"Concrete Cattle Guard Form Instructional Video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ineaalZN26o\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eConcrete Cattle Guard Form Video Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KK91h2uD9lw\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"inside of the cattle guard form\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Untitled-2.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"engineering cattle guard certification letter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Concrete-Cattle-Guard-Certification-Letter-e1685544472889.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"cattle guard certification stamp\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Cattle-Guard-Engineering-Stamp.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBuilt My Own Cattle Crossings and Saved a Ton\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eI’ve been running cattle for years, and when it came time to put in more cattle crossings, I started pricing out steel cattle guards. Let me tell you, by the time you add shipping to get one of those large, heavy suckers delivered way out here, it just ain’t worth it. That’s when I came across this reusable cattle guard form from Barn World, and I’m sure glad I did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis thing is tough, well-built, and easy to work with. I poured my guards using the form, and it worked just like they said it would. I sprayed the inside of the form all over it before the pour, and once that concrete cured up, the form came off smooth as butter. No sticking, no cracks—just a solid cattle guard ready to go in the ground. I poured 12 in all for 2 crossings total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOne of the best parts is how many times I can use this form. I’ve already used it to make two separate crossings on different parts of the property. I plan to make a couple more before the summer's out. It’s a huge money-saver compared to buying separate steel guards every time. I figure I’ve saved a few thousand bucks easy—not just on the guards themselves, but also all that expensive shipping that comes with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe form is simple to set up, even for someone like me who ain’t a concrete expert. Just get yourself a good flat spot, follow the instructions, and pour. This setup is perfect for rural folks who want to get the job done themselves without needing to bring in a bunch of outside help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIt’s been holding up strong. I drive over it daily, and I’m impressed with how they're doing. Cows won't go near them, and I used crushed gravel for drainage. They haven't moved since I put them in. The form is a great investment for anyone who needs multiple crossings but doesn’t want to throw money away on steel or deal with the hassle of delivery out to remote areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBottom line: it’s cost-effective, easy to use, and gives you the satisfaction of a job well done. I’d recommend it to any rancher who wants to keep cattle moving safely without breaking the bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eJohn P - South Dakota\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cattle Guard Forms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46858855776501,"sku":"Cow Stop","price":1499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/step-6_15591818-a14a-4505-b9ed-d6b5dbf66d31.png?v=1777589537"},{"product_id":"concrete-cattle-guard-form-in-ground","title":"Concrete Cattle Guard Form - InGround","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSee the video and installation pictures below\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"height: 1px; background-color: #333; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: inherit;\"\u003e\u003cmark\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTHIS FORM IS UNAVAILABLE AND DOES NOT HAVE A PRODUCTION START DATE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: blue;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSEE THE \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/concrete-cattle-guard-form-reusable\" title=\"reusable cattle guard form\"\u003eREUSABLE CATTLE GUARD FORM\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"height: 1px; background-color: #333; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConcrete cattle guard form\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large cattle guard form is designed to be left in the ground, so you only have to pour concrete into this set-and-forget design for a complete installation. \u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eThe rebar comes pre-installed\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, just pour, remove the foam inserts, and you're done. It couldn't be easier, as the form becomes part of the cattle guard and remains in the ground!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note this is a one-time use form. Click the following link for the \u003cb\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cemet cattle guard form\" href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/concrete-cattle-guard-form-reusable\"\u003ereusable cattle guard form\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures of the concrete cattle guard form:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLLDPE Polyethylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs 140 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 8' W (across the road) x 6' D (in the direction of vehicle travel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses 1-1\/3 cubic yards of 4,000 psi concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be placed above or in the ground: 6' deep pit - easy to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.5\" cattle gaps and beam design prevent animals' hooves from being trapped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHS-20 rating (32,000 lbs. per axle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes pre-installed with GFRP, reinforced polymer rebar that has a tensile strength that is twice as strong as a steel rebar and is also rust and corrosion-proof. With this form, all you have to do is place it where you want it and pour your cement. Each form will use approximately 1-1\/3 cubic yards of 4,000 psi concrete and create an HS-20-rated cattle guard. The rebar is 5\/8\", and no concrete footing or foundation is required. You can place it in the ground approximately 6 inches deep, or it can rest directly on the ground. The effective livestock deterrent design of 4-1\/2\" gaps that are designed for cattle, with the bottom in between each barrier, their hooves won't become trapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eUse the following link if you're interested in the traditional \u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/?cat_link=34FC881A-D2E1-406E-87A8-8DBB9B0985A0\"\u003esteel cattle guards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePictures of the concrete cattle guard form\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHere, a farm tractor crosses the cattle grid with a large round bale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/Cattle_guard_concrete.jpg?v=1770822004\" alt=\"Tractor on a concrete cattle guard with a large bale of hay\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe form gets set directly in the ground, is then filled with cement, and is set in the ground with the finished guard. Below are some of the features of this set-and-fill design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to make a concrete cattle guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe great video below gives valuable insight into how to pour your own cattle guards from an actual job. It has fantastic insights from the owner of the company and plenty of tips on how to easily make your livestock barriers. Learn how easy it is, from start to finish, as you watch how it's done simply and easily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSee the video at the bottom of the page for a complete overview of the entire process.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eStep 1 - Place the cattle guard form where needed\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"121\" width='500\"' alt=\"concrete form ground preparation diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/cattle-guard-form-ground-preparation-e1705622254839.jpg\"\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep 2 - Pour the Concrete\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e Using either a portable concrete mixer or a concrete delivery truck, begin filling the form with concrete. You will want to use 4,000 psi concrete with a slump (workability) factor of 7. You will need approximately 1-1\/3 cubic yards for each form, and if using a truck, typically a pour of 4,000 psi is used at a slump of 6 or 7. (Slump is a measurement of concrete consistency that spans from 1- 10) \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"148\" width=\"500\" alt=\"side cut-away view of installed cattle guard\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/how-to-pour-your-own-concrete-cattle-guard-e1705622311198.jpg\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour 4,000 psi concrete into the form. Tap the form with a hammer as the concrete is poured to eliminate any air bubbles or gaps in the form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eStep 3 - Let the Cattle Guard Harden and Cure\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBlock the opening from vehicles and foot traffic until the concrete has hardened. Pack the soil you removed during site prep around the cattle guard to create a ramp effect around the form.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to install a concrete cattle guard video\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ek1RQ6JsQxk\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCall, email, or chat with Barn World today if you =have questions, need help, or if there's anything we can assist with, and we'll be happy to help\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cattle Guard Forms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46858943758581,"sku":"Texan","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/unnamed_a10b56f9-c6fd-4f7c-8cce-611d591f22f5.jpg?v=1759246610"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/collections\/concrete_cattle_guard_installed.jpg?v=1775069604","url":"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/concrete-cattle-guard-forms.oembed","provider":"Barn World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}