Livestock Fence Calculator

Calculate materials and costs for livestock fencing including posts, wire, gates, and installation requirements.

Fence Specifications

Total length of fencing needed

feet

Height of the fence

feet

Distance between fence posts

Type of fencing material

Number of gates needed

Number of corner posts

Materials & Cost Estimate

Enter fence specifications to calculate materials

Livestock Fencing Guidelines

Fence Types & Uses

  • • Woven Wire: Cattle, horses, sheep
  • • Barbed Wire: Cattle (not recommended for horses)
  • • Electric: Temporary or rotational grazing
  • • Board: Horses, aesthetic purposes
  • • Chain Link: Dogs, small animals

Installation Tips

  • • Set corner posts 2-3 feet deep
  • • Line posts every 8-12 feet
  • • Use proper tensioning equipment
  • • Check local building codes