10 COMPONENTS OF IRRIGATION

SYSTEM
 Water source
 This could be a well, irrigation pond, irrigation
ditch, river, etc.
 Pump
 Depending on location and volume/pressure
requirements, this can vary.
 Backflow prevention

 This prevents any foreign material, fertilizer or

contaminants from flowing back into the
water source.
 Pressure regulator
 Depending on the type of emitters, the
pressure that this device regulates to can vary
widely. This not only reduces the pressure, but
can work to keep pressure consistent.
 Filter
 There are varying types of filters, but all serve
to remove particulates from the water that
could plug emitters.
 Injector
 These are used to apply water-soluble
fertilizers through the irrigation kit.
 Adapters
 These vary, but are used to connect various
different types of equipment and irrigation
lines.
 Distribution lines

 These move water from the water source to

the location of application.
 Sub main lines/headers

 These water lines enter the field and

distribute water to the emitters.
 Emitters
 Drip tape or overhead sprinklers apply the
water to the crop.