Slatted Deep Pit Cattle Confinement in Le Mars, Iowa

Steel Deep Pit Cattle Barn in Le Mars, Iowa in September 2024
Slatted Deep Pit Cattle Confinement in Le Mars, Iowa

This project was built as a slatted deep pit cattle confinement with a focus on efficiency and day-to-day labor savings. A slat barn allows feeding and daily chores to move faster than an open lot or bed-pack system, while also helping cattle put more energy into gaining weight.

Project details:

  • Location: Le Mars, IA
  • Use: Finishing cattle
  • Barn type: Slatted deep pit cattle confinement
  • Head Space: 750 head
  • Timeline: Project finished September 2024
  • Customizations: A portion of the building devoted to working cattle


By combining an efficient slat barn layout with a dedicated space for working cattle, this facility supports smoother daily routines and less time spent moving cattle around the yard. The end result is a practical finishing barn designed to keep work moving and cattle performing well.

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