Kennel Drainage

Animal Shelters and Facilities

Animal facilities have trench drain systems installed within enclosures to control the flow of waste as well as water runoff when the areas are being sanitized.

Choose a kennel trench drain system with either slotted or perforated grates that prevent animal paws, claws and hooves from getting stuck.

Smaller grate openings have the added benefit of catching animal waste before it enters the drain, making cleanup easier. Pre-sloped and neutral channel options are available depending on the length of the run and the drain budget.

HDPE and stainless channel bodies and trench grates are lightweight and do not hold odor. Plastic catch basins and sediment baskets catch animal waste and other debris before it clogs outlet pipes.

Be aware that load ratings for trench drains are based on moving traffic or rolling weight. If designing an area such as a wash bay, ensure that the grating is substantial to handle the weight of large animals that are stationary. The grate needs to be able to sustain the weight of the animal when standing directly over the drain.