DIY Irrigation Ditch Acequia Self-Adjusting Dump Sluice Gate for Managing Water Levels

Allen Campbell of New Mexico walks us through his ingenious design for a spring-loaded, self-adjusting dump gate that manages the water levels in the irrigation ditch for his local acequia.

[@whineysnowflake8072]

does sand and sediment build up behind it?

[@highmtnhomestead]

I didn't see any build-up. It probably requires occasional debris maintenance, but overall keeps things flowing efficiently

[@JnkAbstrq]

The plants around the acequia prevent silt and sand erosion

[@joshuakegg7111]

Any way you can post measurements? Size of springs?