It describes how to develop all-weather surfaces designed with geotextile fabric. In addition to describing what geotextile lanes and pads are, the publication explains why using geotextile fabrics is a good idea and explains how they work. It also illustrates some typical designs and common layouts for geotextile applications and contains photographs depicting the proper way to install geotextile fabrics. Along with the engineering details, the booklet presents a comprehensive example comparing five options for the surface of a cow lane. Many livestock operations have high-traffic areas that become muddy or rutted during wet weather.
Mud can be a problem wherever there is heavy equipment traffic.
Muddy conditions can limit equipment mobility, hinder access to feed or manure, and limit movement of those materials. Muddy conditions also have been shown to affect animal health and performance. All-Weather Geotextile Lanes and Pads explains why using geotextile fabrics is a good idea and explains how they work. The publication illustrates some typical designs and common layouts for geotextile applications. It also contains photographs depicting the proper way to install geotextile fabrics.