Agriculture Building Project:
Grain Farm Pole Barns | Custom Agricultural Storage Buildings
Enfield, Illinois
Project Overview:
Walters Buildings has proudly partnered with this Southern Illinois grain farmer since 2001, constructing multiple post-frame buildings across his property to support the demands of a modern agricultural operation. From machinery storage to seed management, every structure on-site was designed to maximize efficiency, durability, and year-round usability.
These steel pole barns demonstrate how Walters Buildings’ engineered systems can adapt to a full-scale working farm, delivering reliable protection for equipment, crops, and crew while maintaining clean, functional design across every building.
The Farm Buildings:
Each structure was designed for specific on-farm needs, using Walters’ proven combination of engineered trusses, STP laminated columns, and JWS steel panels for long-term strength. The property includes:
- A machinery shop with open-span interiors for equipment maintenance
- A tractor and seed storage barn designed for efficient access and organization
- A wash bay and work area with reinforced flooring for heavy-use conditions
Together, these buildings create a cohesive, purpose-built farm complex — a testament to Walters’ ability to scale custom designs for growing agricultural operations.
Custom Features:
- Wide-Span Interiors: Clear-span layouts maximize storage space for large tractors, combines, and implements without interior support posts.
- High-Capacity Access: Oversized sliding and overhead doors designed for modern farm equipment, with multiple entry points for easy maneuverability.
- Reinforced Concrete Floors: Heavy-duty concrete pads and drainage planning to handle daily use, cleaning, and heavy loads.
- Lighting & Ventilation: Bright, efficient lighting systems and natural airflow for safe, comfortable working conditions year-round.
- Maintenance Ready: Dedicated bays and work areas built for service, welding, and mechanical repairs.
- Material Protection: 28-gauge UL 2218 Class 3 hail-rated steel panels finished with BeckryTech™ 35-year paint warranty to protect against sun, corrosion, and impact.
- Walters Quality: Constructed with engineered trusses, STP laminated columns, and American-made steel for multi-decade performance under demanding agricultural conditions.
Make it Your Own
Walters Buildings specializes in agricultural complexes like this, customizable, adaptable, and built to perform through every season. Whether you need a single equipment barn or a fully integrated farm campus, our design and construction teams can bring your vision to life.
Ideal Applications:
- Equipment and machinery storage
- Grain and seed storage facilities
- Farm workshops and maintenance bays
- Wash stations and utility buildings
- Integrated living or rest spaces for on-site use
Why Walters Buildings:
- Proven Expertise: Over 65 years of experience in agricultural post-frame design and construction across the Midwest.
- In-House Engineering: All columns, trusses, and steel panels are designed and manufactured by Walters for consistent quality and fit.
- Dedicated Partnership: Local project managers guide every step of the process—from planning through completion.
- Premium Materials: 28-gauge hail-rated steel finished in BeckryTech™ coating with a 35-year warranty, paired with #1 grade lumber for lasting value.
- Built for the Midwest: Every structure is engineered to perform in rural environments, withstand seasonal extremes, and deliver decades of dependable service.
From single barns to multi-building agricultural operations,
Walters delivers structures engineered to meet the needs of today’s farmers — durable, efficient, and built to last for generations.
