Soil Infiltrometers

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A soil infiltrometer is a device used to measure the rate at which water infiltrates into the soil. That is, how quickly water moves from the surface in the field into the ground. Infiltration rate equals the change in water depth on surface divided by time. Time intervals measurements are typically every 5 to 10 minutes. It is widely used in agriculture, hydrology, environmental science, civil engineering, and soil management. Infiltrometer uses include:
  • Evaluate irrigation efficiency
  • Design rain gardens or stormwater infiltration systems
  • Assess soil compaction or land use impacts
  • Estimate runoff potential and erosion risk
The Difference Between Permeameters & Infiltrometers
PR30 Double Ring Infiltrometer, 12″ and 24″ Rings, 3L and 10L Bubblers
PR15 Guelph Pressure Infoltrometer, Complete Kit
Double Ring Infiltrometers
Guelph Infiltrometers

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SectorApplication ExamplesProduct
Agriculture and Turf
  • Optimize irrigation schedules and efficiency
  • Choose suitable irrigation methods (e.g., drip vs. sprinkler)
  • Prevent waterlogging or drought stress
  • Assess soil health and compaction
Environmental
  • Evaluate how land development affects natural water infiltration and recharge
  • Monitor soil sealing in urbanization projects
  • Estimate runoff potential and erosion risk
  • Analyze how deforestation or mining alters infiltration
Hydrology and Watershed Modeling
  • Feed infiltration data into hydrological models to predict groundwater recharge, flood risks, and streamflow behavior.
  • Design rain gardens or stormwater infiltration systems
Construction
  • Evaluate subsurface drainage conditions for building foundations, roads, and other infrastructure
  • Assess soil compaction or land use impacts
  • Determine if compacted soils need treatment before construction
On-site Wastewater Disposal
  • Determine soil suitability for leach fields
  • Required by building codes to design and approve septic systems in rural areas

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