POST & CONCRETE REQUIREMENTS
Listed below are the post specifications recommended for use with Flex Fence®, Raceline
and Shockline fencing. Use round wood posts for all applications (ends, corners, lines).
All wood posts must be treated.
We suggest using CCA treated posts.
Post Type
Post Dia.
Length
Hole Depth (12" Dia)
4"- 6"
7', 8', 9'
24" - 36"
Corner
6" min.
8', 9'
36" or below frost line
Gate and/or End
6" min.
8', 9'
36" or below frost line
*Diagonal Braces with Footers
4" min.
7'
18" or below frost line
Line
The Post Diameters are to be measured on the small end if tapered.
* All concrete footer depths must be below the frostline for your area. If the frost line is unknown, talk
with your local extension office.
CONCRETE FOOTER REQUIREMENTS
Mix each 80lb bag of concrete according to the concrete
manufacturer’s methods found on the bag.
Northern States - concrete requirements (approximate)
• (4) 80lb. bags for 6' x 9' corner/gate end posts.
• (4) 80lb. bags for each diagonal brace post.
Corner Post
Southern States - and areas south of mason dixon line.
(frost line less than 18" approximate)
• (3) 80lb. bags for 6' x 9' corner/gate end posts.
• (2) 80lb. bags for each diagonal post.
Concrete volumes for post footers can very depending on hole size
and soil conditions.
FOR ADDITIONAL HELP PLEASE CALL 1-800-416-1860
18" Min.
Bell
Shaped
Curve
Faced
Off 18"
Diagonal
Brace
Post
18" Deep or
Below Frost Line