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Overview
The 16-foot cattle guard is available in an engineered HS-20-rated configuration or an unrated configuration. Select the required capacity from the actual crossing vehicles and project requirements; private ownership alone does not establish the appropriate rating. Optional boxes, removable boxes, and wings are available. Confirm the selected guard's load documentation, compatible accessories, and installation requirements before ordering.
Cattle Guard Specifications
- 16 ft long and available in 6' or 8' depths
- OD of top rails: 3.5"
- Gap between rail walls approximately 3.11"
- C-channel Support Beams: 8" X 11.5 lbs.
- Colors: Safety Yellow or Gray Enamel Finish
- The ends of the top rails are enclosed with 12-gauge steel to keep water out
- Fully welded and available in the engineered HS-20 Rating (16 tons per axle)
Cattle Guard Options
Whatever your needs, there's an option and design that will suit your operation. Click the following link to see the high-speed, flat-top cattle guard design, and please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions or if we can assist with anything at all.
Boxed Cattle Guards
These guards are very useful in a non-traditional installation and are popular as construction site equipment cleaners or as a low-traffic cattle crossing deterrent.
Cattle Guards for Construction Site Use
A boxed design may be considered for relocation between sites when its design and installation requirements permit. Confirm suitability for the intended traffic and use, support conditions, approaches, and handling arrangements before installation or movement.
Cattle Guard without Foundation
Boxed cattle guards may be installed without poured concrete footings when permitted by the selected model's installation requirements. Prepare a level, stable supporting surface with suitable drainage and approaches. Confirm bearing support, anchoring, vehicle loads, and local requirements with the manufacturer and a qualified installer before installation.
Do not assume the box makes an unprepared site suitable. Use the supporting materials and anchoring arrangement specified for the model and site; drainage and vehicle approaches must remain effective during use.
Remote areas with little traffic, such as cell phone towers, radio towers, lonely oil pumps in the middle of nowhere, etc., are also good candidates for the box option. Simple to install livestock barriers for those areas that don't get much attention, doesn't get better than this design.
Below is a picture of the 'boxed cattle guard' ready to be placed in or on the ground:
Removable Box Cattle Guard
The removable boxed cattle guard is a cattle guard that can be removed from the steel surround. This top-of-the-line feature makes cleaning under the guard much easier than pulling debris out by hand between the rails. If your site is going to be collecting a lot of dirt, leaves, and rocks, a removable grate may be a real time and labor saver down the line. Typically, it takes a very long time for debris to build up to the point it needs to be removed. However, when that day comes, it's nice to be able to remove the rail section and rake it clean from above.
In the picture below, you can see the center supports for the surrounding box. These supports are only there to support the box walls and don't play into the structural integrity of the grid at all.
Cattle Guard with Wings
Optional wings help connect the cattle guard to the adjoining fence and discourage cattle from walking around its ends. Effective containment depends on wing placement, fence connections, ground clearance, and site conditions. Inspect the completed crossing for gaps and maintain the fence connection.
The triangular steel wings bolt to compatible guard ends and provide a place to connect the adjoining fence. Confirm the wing size, mounting arrangement, and fence layout for the selected crossing.
Below is a picture of the wings attached, and it illustrates how the connection between the fence and the grate is made.
Pictures of the Cattle Guard Wings
Cattle Guard Wing Diagrams
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Cattle Guard Footing Diagram
The foundation is the most important aspect when installing a cattle crossing. Just like a building, the guard will rely on the footings to be able to transfer weight to the ground without decay or movement.
Below is a generic diagram to illustrate what a basic foundation may look like. Even though it's below ground and out of sight, it is the most critical feature and should be treated as such. The sketch below is not for any particular site and should be viewed as a guideline only.
Please make sure a qualified professional who is familiar with the site conditions (freezing, drainage, codes, etc.) is consulted and directly involved in your installation to make sure your crossing stands the test of time.
Contractor Cattle Guard Review
As a contractor with years of experience installing cattle guards, Barn World continually stands out for its exceptional quality and customer service. From start to finish, this product exceeded expectations in every way.
The heavy-duty steel construction is designed to withstand not only the weight of livestock but also the constant use of vehicles driving over it. It creates a solid, effective livestock barrier that does an outstanding job of keeping cattle contained. Its durability and solid construction mean reliable service for years, year-round.
The installation process was straightforward and efficient as always. The cattle guard arrived in pristine condition and allowed for a straightforward setup. I poured my own concrete foundations and set the guard directly on them.
Attaching the optional wings to the ends was effortless thanks to the pre-drilled holes. The wings are a crucial feature, ensuring cattle can't step around the edges, and they fit perfectly with no need for extra adjustments. A word of caution, though: The wings add about a foot and a half to each side, so make sure you accommodate them when planning the width of your crossing and fence posts.
From a practical standpoint, the convenience of driving through the fence line without stopping to open and close a gate is unbeatable. It saves valuable time during busy seasons (especially in bad weather!), making a cattle guard an invaluable addition to any ranch or farm operation.
I highly recommend this cattle guard to anyone looking for a long-lasting, low-maintenance solution to contain livestock. It's well-designed, sturdy, and incredibly easy to install. As a contractor, I recommend this product and Barn World to my clients. -- Jake T