Fisheries & Hatcheries

Cost-Effective, Climate Controlled Aquaculture Housing

ClearSpan Hercules Truss Arch structures are a fast, economical solution for enclosed aquafarming. The building's natural ventilation and sunlight cut down on condensation and bacteria, providing a healthy, fresher, cleaner facility — one that provides protection from predators, reduces fish stress, promotes growth and uniform size; while reducing disease and mortality.

These fish hatcheries offer a unique design that provides exceptional height and clearance for your cultivation needs. There are no internal columns to interfere with spawning and incubation tanks, rearing and broodstock troughs or raceways. The wide-open, maximum useable space allows for ease of movement. Sound absorbing, fabric covers help minimize noise and keep the work area peaceful. From small to large aquafarms, Shrimp to Tilapia, Trout, Bass, seaweed and more — we have a structure to satisfy your needs.

Designed in conformance with the International Building Code and ASTM-123, ClearSpan's Hercules Truss Arch Allied Gatorshield® structural steel frames are manufactured to stand up to a minimum of 90 mph winds. Engineered to withstand both balanced and unbalanced snow loads of a minimum of 40 lbs. per sq. ft.; these structures are available from 20' wide to 200' wide and any length desired. 12.5 oz. premium covers come with a 15-year warranty. Many options are available, including entry doors, steel roll-up doors and roll-up sides. Custom premium cover colors are also available. ClearSpan can provide custom graphic printing on your aqua farm building — what a great way to advertise!

Our white fabric covers reduce the need for daytime artificial lighting. In addition, the translucent and reflective qualities of the cover provide indoor temperature stability — buildings stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. These benefits provide huge energy savings to you.

Rodents and other unwanted pests have no place to hide or nest in a corner-free ClearSpan structure which means you realize increased health benefits and savings in feed, exterminations and repairs.

Low in cost per square foot, with little or no property taxes, minimal foundation requirements, and easy to maintain — ClearSpan buildings retain their value and can be relocated or expanded as your needs grow or change.

Need a Smaller Building?

ClearSpan can build any size up to 200 ft wide; from start to finish, concept through construction. For smaller fish hatcheries, shrimp farming facilities, algae production buildings, or aquaponic fish farms, ClearSpan recommends our featured partner FarmTek.

Weathershield Connect-A-Canopy

Low cost, high quality protection from rain, snow and wind with a WeatherShield Connect-A-Building! Unique fish farm canopy framework allows you to connect two or more canopies for additional space and strength. Assembles quickly and easily on any surface and features a 14 gauge 1.66" OD Allied Gatorshield® structural steel tubing. The 12.5 oz. premium white cover comes with a 15 year warranty and also features a rafter spacing 5'. Custom sizes and colors also available on request!

• Visit FarmTek to learn more about the Weathershield Connect-A-Canopy

Free Standing Buildings

Free Standing hoop building with skylight lets the sun shine in! Ideal for fish farms, fish ponds, koi fish ponds, and much more! Free Standing Buildings can be built on any surface in just a few days. The premium silver/grey 12.5 oz. cover reflects light, keeping the building cool in the summer, and comes with a 15 year warranty. These compost buildings are sold without end panels, and feature a 14 gauge Allied Gatorshield® structural steel tubing.

• Visit FarmTek to learn more about the Free Standing Buildings

• View smaller aquaponic fish farm buildings at FarmTek
• Shop FarmTek's Pond Liners