Frequently asked questions
Sizing, HS-20 engineering, concrete requirements, curing, lifting, drainage, product specs, pallet dimensions, and layout guidance for Cattle Guard Forms.
HS-20 Rated
Engineering certification available
Form size
6 ft long x 21.5 in wide x 16 in high
Groove depth
9 in deep grooves
Form weight
80 lb reusable mold
Recommended concrete
4000 PSI concrete mix
Typical form removal
48–72 hours depending on conditions
Heavy vehicle cure target
28 days
Pallet max
Only 6 CowStops fit on one pallet
Specs
Length
6 ft
Width
21.5 in
Height
16 in
Weight
80 lb
Grooves are 9 inches deep. These are the base product specs to use for pallet dimensions, pallet weight planning, freight quoting, and shipping setup.
Pallet dimensions and weights
Only six CowStops fit on one pallet. Use this table for distributor quoting, freight setup, and Echo shipping calculations.
| Quantity | Pallet dimensions | Pallet weight | Pallet count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 CowStop | 72 x 48 x 20 in | 105 lb | 1 pallet |
| 2 CowStops | 72 x 48 x 20 in | 190 lb | 1 pallet |
| 3 CowStops | 72 x 48 x 36 in | 270 lb | 1 pallet |
| 4 CowStops | 72 x 48 x 36 in | 355 lb | 1 pallet |
| 5 CowStops | 72 x 48 x 52 in | 440 lb | 1 pallet |
| 6 CowStops | 72 x 48 x 52 in | 525 lb | 1 pallet max |
Engineering certificate
The uploaded engineering package includes stamped drawings and a certification page referencing HS-20 loading. Use this as the credibility section for customers who ask about rating and load documentation.
Opening guide
For design visuals, a 16 ft driveway should be shown with two tight 8 ft sections across the opening, not one undersized form.
Sizing table
| Opening | Recommendation | Layout | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 ft opening | 6 pours | 2 wide x 3 deep | Standard recommended layout for a 12 ft opening. |
| 16 ft opening | 2 eight-foot sections | Two tight sections across | A 16 ft driveway should read as two 8 ft sections with a small center seam. |
| 18 ft opening | 9 pours | 3 wide x 3 deep | Paint yellow drive lines for heavy trucks and equipment. |
| 24 ft opening | 3 eight-foot sections | 3 sections across | Requires about 4 cubic yards of concrete total. |
FAQ
The CowStop reusable mold is 6 feet long, 21.5 inches wide, and 16 inches high. The grooves are 9 inches deep, and the reusable form weighs approximately 80 pounds. These specs should be used as the base product dimensions and weight for pallet/shipping setup.
A maximum of 6 CowStops fit on one pallet. For 1–6 CowStops, use the pallet dimension and weight table on this page. For 7 or more CowStops, start a second pallet and repeat the same planning logic.
The engineering certificate package references HS-20 loading and includes stamped engineering drawings and certification pages. Use the certificate package when customers need engineering documentation.
A 16 ft driveway should be represented by two 8 ft cattle guard sections side by side, tight together, with only a narrow center seam. It should not look like one short form only spans half the driveway.
For a 12 ft opening, use 6 pours arranged 2 wide x 3 deep. For an 18 ft opening, use 9 pours arranged 3 wide x 3 deep.
Use 4000 PSI concrete for the standard HS-20-rated configuration shown in the engineering material.
Use 28 days as the heavy vehicle cure target before running heavy semi trailers or farm equipment over new pours.
Use a non-petroleum release agent such as vegetable oil, Pam, car wax, grease, or another concrete release agent.
Yes. Pour slowly and make sure to settle the concrete around rebar, hardware, and corners so air pockets are reduced.
Yes. Compact or tamp the installation area and use a gravel layer where needed for stability and drainage.
Yes. The form system is designed for repeat pours, which is the main cost-saving advantage over buying and shipping one finished steel cattle guard at a time.
Send them to support or the quote form so the team can help with driveway width, opening size, number of pours, and install plan.
Contact us for help choosing the right layout, number of pours, installation approach, distributor orders, or pallet freight planning.
