The greatest probability of heat stress is between early July and mid-August. Obstruction to air flow in cattle pens. Wind breaks and other air flow obstructions will create calm air flow up to 10 feet downwind for every one foot in height. A windbreak 10 feet high can obstruct air flow 100 feet downwind. Availability of water for watering cattle and wetting down cattle or pens.
Cattle can consume one to two gallons of water per hour under normal environmental conditions.
Watering space and water flow to watering troughs also should be evaluated to ensure cattle are protected from dehydration. Developing a Heat Stress Management Plan Below are listed some considerations for a heat stress plan. The first items listed are more easily accomplished and may significantly improve the performance of cattle during times of heat stress. These should be done when the possibility exists of heat stress reaching the upper critical limits of cattle. Have ample water available.