#8 - How to Build Independent Water Systems with Springs and Creeks

What would life look like at your home without water?

Water is one of the most essential resources your homestead needs, but it’s often taken for granted or overlooked. Many folks think they are all set since they have a well. But all it takes is a disruption of power for any reason and they find out how independent their water system is.

This episode is part 1 in a short series on water, and we’ll be looking at how to utilize some of the less common water sources that could potentially be even better than the old standby–wells.

*Show Notes, Important Links, & Transcript:*
⁠https://www.thereadylife.com/2023/07/how-to-build-independent-water-systems-with-springs-and-creeks/⁠

*In this episode:*
-How water systems are dependent on “the system”
-What the “ultimate” water system looks like
-Natural springs, what they are, and how to use them in an independent water system
-Using gravity flow to your advantage
-Creeks, their advantages / disadvantages, and how to plug one into your water system
-Why wells are workable but not ideal (we will cover how to set up a well next week)
-Thoughts on rainwater systems

Lots of info on independent water systems on our blog:
https://www.susprep.com/category/off-grid-water/