The Three Sisters Irrigation District chose a dual configuration Farmers Screen to handle wide flow ranges.
FCA's Julie O'Shea and Les Perkins discuss the Farmers Screen's benefits for irrigators during a tour.
An properly functioning headgate is required for the Farmers Screen to operate.
Irrigation pipe carries water screened by a Farmers Screen to a storage pond.
Farmers Irrigation District's diversion canal runs along the Hood River.
More about the Farmers Screen for Irrigation
These irrigation districts have Farmers Screens operating that provide excellent examples of the technology’s features and benefits for irrigation systems:
Irrigation
The Farmers Screen is a solution specifically designed for diversions located in higher gradient systems. The unique horizontal design minimizes operation and maintenance requirements while meeting state and federal fish protection guidelines. Farmers Screens have been installed on a wide range of diversion sizes and site conditions.
