Description: To construct a system of water storage for the purpose of watering livestock. These systems may include any of the following: construction of impoundments, water storage tanks, pumps and/or water conveyances. This practice can accompany a water collection/supply BMP to allow for additional pumping and storage of water.

AgWRAP Livestock Water Storage

Maintenance Period: 10 years

Additional Spot-check Requirements: Annually for first 5 years

BMP Units: Each
Cost Information: Average and actual cost for components on cost lists. Maximum cost share amount $15,000 (75%) OR $18,000 (90%). Refer to AgWRAP Average Cost List for details.

CS2 Project Description examples

Expected Results: 

• Volume of water increased (gallons), or
• Animal type and number

Reference Materials:

• Conservation Plan
• NC-AgWRAP 11 Signature Page
• Map with BMPs, Tract, Field, and Contract Numbers
• For 90% Cost share, upload NC-CSPs-1E form.
• Cooperator Acknowledgment Form

JAA:

• Professional Engineer
• An individual with appropriate job approval authority may certify a water storage tank or pump as an addition to an existing system.
  • NRCS – 533 – Pumping Plant
  • NRCS – 614 – Watering Facility

NRCS Supporting Standards:

• NRCS – 516 – Livestock Pipeline
• NRCS – 614 – Watering Facility
• NRCS – 382 – Fence
• NRCS – 533 – Pumping Plant
• NRCS – 378 – Pond
• NRCS – 574 – Spring Development
• NRCS – 642 – Water Well
• NRCS – 561 – Heavy Use Area Protection
• NRCS – 342 – Critical Area Planting
• NRCS – 484 – Mulching

• Livestock Water Needs Estimation Tool
• Livestock Water Storage Diagram
• Contract Folder Checklist - Livestock Water Storage