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How Much Water Do You Need from Your Windmill

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How Much Water Do You Need from Your Windmill

Sometimes it’s difficult to understand just how much water may be needed for various applications. Here you’ll find common uses for water pumping windmills along with the volume of water that is typically required. Keep in mind these are approximations and your needs may vary. Once you determine the volume, see our Water Pumping Capacity chart to determine which windmill size will meet your needs.

PurposeGallons
Milking cow, per day35
Dry cow or steer, per day15
Horse, per day12
Hog, per day4
Sheep, per day2
Chickens (per 100), per day6
Bath tub, each filling35
Shower, each use24-60
Lavatory, each use1-2
Flush toilet, each filling2-7
Kitchen sink, per day20
Automatic washer, each use30-50
Dishwasher10-20
Water softenerup to 150
3/4" hose, per hour300
Other uses, per person, per day (avg)25

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