Many standpipes are above the surface of the water.
This indicates that the holding basins are below the desired level and the amount of water is drastically reduced when we compare to structures that contain their full holding potential. The exceedingly dry season does provide a time when any correction or repair needed to improve the storage basin for the future can be completed. One improvement that many producers overlook is building a terrace to increase the number of acres providing runoff to divert additional water into the holding area. This may take the form of a temporary or permanent type of addition to the present structure. Terraces of this type do not require much elevation and can be crossed easily with farm equipment.