This video demonstrates how to construct a high-traffic pad in a horse dry lot. High-traffic pads are useful for improving drainage in areas prone to water a...

properly constructed pad can provide a sturdy surface for the horses to stand on and can significantly reduce mud in these areas. Construction Horse owners should follow the construction guidelines below and il-lustrated in Figures 1 and 2 to construct a pad that will aid in reducing mud in high traffic areas. The materials sug-

Dealing with mud is a common challenge for horse owners, especially in paddocks and high-traffic areas. In this video, learn how to construct high-traffic pads to keep your horses on...

Horse owners should follow the construction guidelines below and illus-trated in Figures 1 and 2 to construct a pad that will aid in reducing mud in high trafic areas. The materials suggested be-low have been found to work best for pad construction and can be obtained from a number of manufacturers and suppliers.

In areas of heavy traffic where mud tends to accumulate, such as gates, laneways and dry lots, consider building a high-traffic pad. High-traffic pads improve drainage and provide stabilization through the use of multiple layers of permeable geotextile fabric and stones of various sizes.

2023年4月3日 · Construction: Layout. Heavy-use area pads should cover all high-traffic areas. The pad should extend 12 ft. from the edge of the object of interest that causes high traffic (feeder, water, etc.). If multiple feeders are used, then add to the length of the pad to ensure that it extends 12 ft. past the feeders on either end (Figure 3 and 4).

A solution to the problem of mud is the construction of pads in high-traffic areas where horses congregate. A properly constructed pad can provide a sturdy surface for the horses to stand on and can significantly reduce mud in these areas.

2022年3月22日 · This video demonstrates how to construct a high-traffic pad in a horse dry lot. High-traffic pads are useful for improving drainage in areas prone to water and mud accumulation....

Six steps to installing a high-traffic use area include: Construction — develop your plan. Excavation — remove topsoil in the desired area until you have stable soil base. Geotextile Fabric — lay heavy duty geotextile fabric to provide subgrade stabilization.

2022年10月6日 · Heavy use pads should be constructed with a slight slope of about 1/4 inch per foot to help water drain away. Greater slopes could result in water running fast and eroding the surface of...