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Cattle Shed Planner

Estimate covered area, approximate building dimensions, and water points from herd size and space-per-animal. Planning estimates only — not building-code designs.

Cattle type
hd
hd
sq ft
sq ft
sq ft
sq ft
sq ft
sq ft
ft
ft

Length is derived from total covered area.

hd
hd
Total covered area
4,280 sq ft
~40 × 107 ft footprint
Animal space4,000 sq ft
Feed + water support280 sq ft
Suggested water points2

Outdoor / open-front covered loafing — confirm drainage, windbreak, and freeze protection.

Frequently asked questions

How many square feet per cow in a shed?+

Planning defaults often run roughly 70–120 sq ft per mature animal depending on class. Adjust for climate, bedding, and local practice.

Does this produce building plans?+

No. It estimates covered area, approximate L×W, and water points — not engineered or code-approved plans.