IRRIGATION SYSTEM PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT (ZONE-SPECIFIC)

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--- ZONE IDENTIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION ---
[ ] Zone Name/Identifier
[ ] Detailed Zone Description (Location, Topography, Soil Type)
[ ] Zone Area (sq ft or hectares)
[ ] Primary Crop Type (Corn, Soybeans, Wheat, Alfalfa, Vegetables, Fruits, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] Specify 'Other' Crop Type (If Selected Above)
[ ] Irrigation Purpose (Select all that apply) (Supplemental Irrigation, Drought Protection, Yield Enhancement, Frost Protection, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] Specify 'Other' Irrigation Purpose (If Selected Above)
[ ] Date of Zone Mapping/Layout (If Available)

--- WATER SOURCE ASSESSMENT ---
[ ] Water Source Type (Well, Surface Water (River/Lake), Municipal Supply, Rainwater Harvesting, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] Water Source Flow Rate (GPM/LPM)
[ ] Water Source Pressure (PSI/Bar)
[ ] Water Quality Notes (Turbidity, Color, Odor)
[ ] Water Source Permits/Licenses Current? (Yes, No, N/A)
[ ] Date of Last Water Quality Test
[ ] Upload Water Quality Test Results (if available)

--- SYSTEM COMPONENT INSPECTION ---
[ ] Pipe Condition Score (1-5, 1=Excellent, 5=Severe Damage)
[ ] Valve Operation Status (Zone Valve) (Fully Operational, Partially Operational, Not Operational, Leaking)
[ ] Emitter Flow Rate (GPM) - Sample 1
[ ] Emitter Flow Rate (GPM) - Sample 3
[ ] Notes on Pump Condition (Visual Inspection, Unusual Noises)
[ ] Damages/Issues Observed (Cracks in Pipe, Clogged Emitters, Broken Valve, Leaks, None Observed)
[ ] Photo of Damaged Component (If Applicable)

--- WATER DISTRIBUTION UNIFORMITY ---
[ ] Emitter Discharge Rate (avg. in GPH)
[ ] Coefficient of Uniformity (CU) - Calculated
[ ] Distribution Uniformity (DU) - Calculated
[ ] Visual Assessment of Wetting Patterns (Uniform Wetting, Dry Spots, Over-Wetting, Uneven Wetting Edge, Other (Specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] Detailed Observations of Wetting Patterns (if 'Other' selected above)
[ ] Method Used for Uniformity Assessment (Catch Can Method, Tracer Dye Method, Visual Observation, Other (Specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] Description of Method Used (if 'Other' selected above)
[ ] Number of Catch Cans Used (if Catch Can Method)

--- SOIL MOISTURE LEVELS ---
[ ] Soil Moisture Reading - Location 1 (Depth: 15cm)
[ ] Soil Moisture Reading - Location 1 (Depth: 30cm)
[ ] Soil Moisture Reading - Location 2 (Depth: 15cm)
[ ] Soil Moisture Reading - Location 2 (Depth: 30cm)
[ ] Soil Type at Location 1 (Sandy, Loamy, Clay, Silty, Other)
[ ] Soil Moisture Deficit (compared to optimal range) (No Deficit, Minor Deficit, Moderate Deficit, Severe Deficit)
[ ] Observations/Notes Regarding Soil Moisture Levels

--- CROP HEALTH & RESPONSE ---
[ ] Overall Crop Health Assessment (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, Very Poor)
[ ] Describe any visible signs of water stress (e.g., wilting, leaf discoloration)
[ ] Estimate percentage of crop showing signs of stress/disease (0-100)
[ ] Describe any unusual growth patterns observed.
[ ] Observed Pests/Diseases related to water stress? (Root Rot, Fungal Leaf Spot, Aphids, Spider Mites, None Observed)
[ ] Record any farmer/grower observations regarding crop performance and water needs.

--- PRESSURE & FLOW MEASUREMENTS ---
[ ] Zone Inlet Pressure (PSI)
[ ] Zone Inlet Flow Rate (GPM)
[ ] Emitter Pressure (PSI) - Sample Point 1
[ ] Emitter Flow Rate (GPH) - Sample Point 1
[ ] Emitter Pressure (PSI) - Sample Point 2
[ ] Emitter Flow Rate (GPH) - Sample Point 2
[ ] Average Zone Pressure (PSI)
[ ] Total Zone Flow Rate (GPM)
[ ] Notes on Pressure/Flow Measurements

--- CONTROL SYSTEM EVALUATION (IF APPLICABLE) ---
[ ] Control System Type (e.g., Timer, Controller, Sensor-Based) (Timer-Based, Basic Controller, Sensor-Based (Soil Moisture), Sensor-Based (Weather), Other - Specify)
[ ] Controller Firmware Version (if applicable)
[ ] Description of scheduled programs (start times, durations, etc.)
[ ] Is the schedule accurately reflecting the intended irrigation plan? (Yes, No, Unsure)
[ ] Number of zones controlled by this system
[ ] Which sensors are integrated with the control system (check all that apply)? (Soil Moisture Sensors, Rain Sensor, Wind Sensor, Weather Station Integration, Flow Meter, None)
[ ] Describe any observed deviations from the programmed schedule.
[ ] Last Control System Maintenance Date

--- RECOMMENDATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS ---
[ ] Overall Summary of Recommended Actions
[ ] Estimated Cost of Recommended Repairs/Upgrades ($)
[ ] Prioritized Action Items (Select all that apply) (Immediate Repair (within 1 week), Short-Term Repair (within 1 month), Medium-Term Improvement (3-6 months), Long-Term Upgrade (6+ months), No Action Required)
[ ] Specific Details for Highest Priority Action
[ ] Target Completion Date for Highest Priority Action
[ ] Responsible Party for Action (Irrigation Technician, Farm Manager, Outside Contractor, Other (Specify))
[ ] Other Notes/Comments

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