Irrigation Runtime Calculator
Convert target gallons per tree or per acre into estimated runtime using your emitter flow rate and wetted area assumptions.
Tool status
Planned tool
This page describes a tool that is not built yet. It is listed so you can see what Orchard Lab is planning. No calculator or decision logic is available on this page.
How to use this result
Estimate how long to run drip or micro-sprinklers to apply a target water amount.
What this tool does
It converts flow rate, emitter count, and target volume into an estimated runtime.
What this tool does not do
It does not measure soil moisture or schedule irrigation automatically. Field verification is still required.
How to use this result
Use the runtime as a starting set length, then confirm with soil moisture probes or shovel checks. Adjust for hot spells, mulch, and tree size.
Assumptions
- System pressure and emitter performance are uniform.
Limitations
- Does not account for soil infiltration differences or system maintenance issues.
Related tools
Version 0.0.1 · Last updated: 2026-06-15
Disclaimer
This tool performs math only. It does not replace professional judgment, local regulations, or official recommendations.