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That's an excellent point! There is a record from the last time the well was enlarged back in the 1960's that only mentions one stream from due north and another from the northwest; the latter is specified to be deep enough it's below the township drainage ditch along the road, but I know the...

Right on, thanks! Does it sit directly on the blocks or is it elevated on posts atop the blocks?

Honestly? If I were at home, where I know the drainage and soil structures better, I would agree with you about the slab. But I've been here only for this passing Winter, and it's been enough to recognize that the soil structures, climatic conditions, and hydrology are a lot different here than...

Excellent resource for people who don't know about drainage or the impact of direct sun or shade on ground temperatures and soil temperatures below ground level. The spot I picked specifically receives more east, south, and southwest direct sun than any other spot on that side of the farm. I...

Yeah, the location is between my house and a dense stand of mature 30' pines that forms a horseshoe. The coops will be protected from the south by the house, from the east by the garage and 8' wind/drift break fencing I put up along the driveway, and then on the north and west by the dense stand...

Necessary context info: I relocated from Zone 8 to Zone 4, and am trying to adjust my experiences to keep pace with different climate conditions & challenges. :) I was finalizing plans for 2 chicken coops, both 10'x10', and 1 duck coop (8'x8'); the chicken coops will be elevated 3-4' off the...