Range Management
Water Catchment/Wildlife Watering

The gathering and storage of precious and scarce rainwater has been a western tradition for centuries. Now it has become easier with Willborn Bros.’ Water Catchment and Wildlife Watering systems.

Willborn Bros. Co. has been building water gathering and delivery systems since 1911.  Our experience has enabled us to create systems that can survive both the passage of time and large animal use (abuse).  The use of heavy gauge galvanized steel provides decades of dependable service.

Water catchment and delivery systems can be specifically tailored to match rainfall patterns and targeted wildlife species. All products can be purchased separately or as engineered systems specific to your application.

Water Catchment (Umbrella) Tanks

• Manufactured from heavy gauge corrugated galvanized steel
• Diameters from 3 feet to 10 feet
• Heights from 2 feet to 10 feet
• Catchment areas up to 530 square feet
• Can be made without bottom for mounting in concrete

Galvanized Water Trough

Drinker Boxes

• Ideal smaller units for birds and small animals
• Standard size is 15 inches x 18 inches x 24 inches
• Can be buried to allow greater access
• Float controlled level

Bottomless Rim tanks

• Manufactured from black steel or galvanized
• Tank sections are 3/16" thick
• Sections are 30: wide x 12' long
• Uniform pre-punched sections are ready to assemble with supplied bolts & gaskets
• Sections are curved for required tank sections.
• Each section weighs 232 lbs.
• Tops of sections are rounded to remove sharp edges

Umbrella Tank

Water Troughs

• Constructed from 14 gauge galvanized steel
• Float controlled level
• Available in lengths from 4 feet to 12 feet
• Available with inside or outside bird walks

Rim Tank

Standard Black Steel Rim Tank
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