What information does an as-built plan provide?

An as-built plan is a critical document in irrigation and construction projects. It provides the actual scaled location of system components as they have been installed, reflecting any changes that may have occurred during the construction process that deviate from the original design specifications. This documentation is vital for various reasons, including ensuring maintenance and future modifications can be approached with accurate information about where each component is located.

Such plans allow current and future professionals to understand the precise layout of the irrigation system, which impacts effective management and operational efficiency. While design specifications outline what was initially intended and predicted water usage estimates the demand, the as-built plan delivers a concrete measure of reality on-site. Financial costs, although important, do not generally comprise the focus of an as-built plan itself, as it is primarily concerned with all the physical aspects and their placements within the landscape.