Above Ground Pool Water Calculator - Gallons to Acre Feet

Conversion Formula:

\[ V_{acre-feet} = \frac{V_{gallons}}{325,851} \]

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1. What is an Acre-Foot?

An acre-foot is a unit of volume commonly used in the United States to measure large-scale water resources. It represents the volume of water that would cover one acre of land to a depth of one foot (approximately 325,851 gallons).

2. Conversion Formula

The calculator uses the following conversion formula:

\[ 1 \text{ acre-foot} = 325,851 \text{ gallons} \]

Therefore, to convert gallons to acre-feet:

\[ \text{Acre-feet} = \frac{\text{Gallons}}{325,851} \]

3. Practical Applications

Details: This conversion is useful for comparing residential pool water usage with agricultural or municipal water measurements. It helps put personal water consumption into perspective with larger-scale water management.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your pool volume in gallons. The calculator will instantly convert it to acre-feet. Typical above-ground pools range from 5,000 to 20,000 gallons.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How many acre-feet is an average swimming pool?
A: A typical 15,000-gallon pool equals about 0.046 acre-feet.

Q2: Why use acre-feet for water measurement?
A: Acre-feet are commonly used in water resource management for irrigation, reservoirs, and large-scale water planning.

Q3: How does my pool compare to household water usage?
A: The average US household uses about 0.5 acre-feet of water per year for all purposes.

Q4: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact, based on the standardized definition of an acre-foot.

Q5: Can I use this for other volume conversions?
A: This calculator is specifically for gallons to acre-feet. Other conversions would require different formulas.