Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
Are you planning on getting a horse barn in Daniel? A good way to start is considering the horses and how you'll care for them each day. Their stalls, feed storage, tack and a clear aisle all need room. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal building materials for agricultural projects throughout Bryan.
Key Points
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 59.8 miles from Daniel.
- ◦In Daniel, a permit from Bryan County Community Development Department, Building and Codes Division is required once the barn exceeds 200 square feet.
- ◦Current lead time for horse barn materials to Daniel is 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦Applicable Benton horse barn packages use 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels metal panels.
- ◦The current local setback for a horse barn in Daniel is Not fully published in a single accessible table — the Unified Development/Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 114, Art. V/VI) sets district-specific setbacks. District-by-district side/rear figures for accessory buildings need to be pulled from the primary ordinance PDF..
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
200
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not fully published in a single accessible table — the Unified Development/Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 114, Art. V/VI) sets district-specific setbacks. District-by-district side/rear figures for accessory buildings need to be pulled from the primary ordinance PDF.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Coastal Georgia — Georgia Dept. of Insurance/Safety Fire places Bryan County in Wind Zone 2 (110-130 mph HUD manufactured-housing standard). Secondary sources put ASCE 7 ultimate design wind speeds for this part of coastal GA in the general 130-140 mph range. Exact figure depends on ASCE 7 edition/exposure/risk category and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official before publishing.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Panel type/gauge |
29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels
As of 2026 · Source |
| Drive time from Statesboro |
78
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Bryan County
Just because a property can fit a barn doesn't necessarily mean you can put it anywhere. For a horse barn in Daniel, a permit from Bryan County Community Development Department, Building and Codes Division is required once the building exceeds 200 square feet, and the current setback is Not fully published in a single accessible table — the Unified Development/Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 114, Art. V/VI) sets district-specific setbacks. District-by-district side/rear figures for accessory buildings need to be pulled from the primary ordinance PDF.. Check with that office before choosing the final location, especially if the barn will be near a property boundary, neighboring home or another building.
Delivery to Daniel
A little planning ahead can make barn delivery much easier, especially on a working property. Horse barn material delivery to Daniel currently takes approximately 1 to 2 weeks. Benton Metal Depot is approximately 59.8 miles away. Make sure delivery vehicles can reach the unloading area and that any necessary site work is handled before the materials are scheduled to arrive.
Representative product photo — a Bryan County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
Can I add a tack room and wash area to my horse barn?
Yes, those spaces can be included in the overall barn plan when the layout and building dimensions allow. A tack room needs practical storage, while a wash area needs suitable drainage and water access. Decide where both belong before choosing the final building size, since they can take up space you might otherwise assign to stalls or aisles.
Is a metal horse barn too hot for Georgia summers?
A metal roof or wall system doesn't determine barn comfort by itself. Ventilation, insulation where appropriate, shade and the overall building design all affect interior conditions. In Daniel, plan for the region's warm, humid weather. Horses need adequate airflow and access to fresh water, so those requirements should be part of the design from the beginning.
What kind of metal panels does Benton use for horse barns?
The applicable horse barn package uses 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels panels. Metal roofing and siding help enclose the building and protect it from the weather, but panel selection is only part of planning a barn. Ventilation, condensation control and the safety of surfaces horses can reach should also be addressed in the finished design.
How big should a horse barn be?
Start with the number and size of your horses, then add the space needed for safe handling and daily care. Stalls are only one part of the layout. You'll also need room for aisles, doors, feed, tack and possibly a wash area. If you expect to add horses later, think about that before choosing the building dimensions.
How long does it take to get horse barn materials delivered?
Current delivery to Daniel is estimated at 1 to 2 weeks. Use that window to work through permits, contractor schedules and site preparation. Confirm the estimate for your specific order when placing it and planning the overall construction schedule.
How wide should the aisle in a horse barn be?
The aisle needs enough room for horses and handlers to move without crowding doors, corners or stored equipment. Think about how horses will enter and leave stalls, whether you'll move wheelbarrows through the barn and how daily cleaning will work. Have the layout reviewed for safe horse handling rather than choosing an aisle width based only on available space.
Can I store hay and feed inside my horse barn?
You can plan storage areas for feed and supplies, but hay storage deserves special attention because of fire risk, moisture and dust. Many barn designs separate bulk hay from horse housing. Think about how feed will be delivered, kept dry and accessed every day. Review the storage arrangement with a qualified equine facility professional before construction.
Should a horse barn have insulation?
That depends on the building design, local climate and how the barn will be used. Insulation may help manage heat transfer and condensation, but it doesn't replace ventilation. In horse housing, airflow and moisture control are important. Discuss the complete roof and wall assembly with the building designer before choosing insulation materials or enclosing the interior.
Definitions
- ◦ Tack Room
- A dedicated area for storing saddles, bridles, grooming supplies and other horse equipment.
- ◦ Stall Partition
- A wall or divider separating one horse stall from another or from an adjacent area.
- ◦ Ridge Vent
- A ventilation opening near the roof peak that allows warm, moist air to escape when designed as part of a functioning ventilation system.
- ◦ Condensation
- Moisture that forms when humid air contacts a sufficiently cool surface. Poorly managed condensation can cause damp conditions inside a barn.
- ◦ Post-Frame Construction
- A building method that uses regularly spaced structural posts or columns to support the roof and walls. It's commonly used for agricultural buildings.
- ◦ Feed Room
- A space used to store and organize feed and feeding supplies, with appropriate protection from moisture and pests.
- ◦ Eave Height
- The height of the barn's exterior wall where it meets the lower edge of the roof.
- ◦ Dutch Door
- A door divided into upper and lower sections that can open separately. Some horse barns use them for stall or exterior access.
- ◦ Center Aisle
- A passageway running through the barn, usually with stalls or other rooms along one or both sides.
- ◦ Lead Time
- The period needed to process and prepare the building materials after the relevant order stage.
Daniel, Bryan County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Bryan County Community Development Department, Building and Codes Division
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.bryancountyga.gov/government/departments-a-g/building-and-codes
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- 200
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not fully published in a single accessible table — the Unified Development/Zoning Ordinance (Ch. 114, Art. V/VI) sets district-specific setbacks. District-by-district side/rear figures for accessory buildings need to be pulled from the primary ordinance PDF.
- Wind Load Zone
- Coastal Georgia — Georgia Dept. of Insurance/Safety Fire places Bryan County in Wind Zone 2 (110-130 mph HUD manufactured-housing standard). Secondary sources put ASCE 7 ultimate design wind speeds for this part of coastal GA in the general 130-140 mph range. Exact figure depends on ASCE 7 edition/exposure/risk category and must be confirmed with a GA-licensed engineer or the county building official before publishing.
- Coastal
- 1
- Drive Miles
- 59.8
- Drive Minutes
- 78
- Nearby Towns
- Fancy Hall, Belfast, Fort McAllister, Oak Level
- Delivery Weeks In Stock
- 1
- Delivery Weeks Custom
- 2
- Panel Type Gauge
- 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels
- Color Count
- 7
Why Benton Metal Depot
Benton Metal Depot has served contractors and property owners from Statesboro since 2004. The company manufactures metal roofing products and uses a single-source coil supplier to help maintain color consistency. For customers building a horse barn in Daniel, Benton can supply applicable metal roofing and siding materials based on the project's specifications and selected finishes.
Ready to talk through your horse barns project in Daniel?
Sources
- Internal: category-data.php (pole-barns / agricultural-pole-barns copy) (2026)
- color-collection.php Weather XL Rib/PBR color chart: Polar White, Pebble Gray, Granite, Onyx, Vanilla, Sand, Chocolate (29ga; 5 of the 7 also available in 26ga). Real Benton color count for this panel line -- not confirmed as the specific palette Jim/Trey intend to offer for horse barns specifically. (2026)
- https://www.bryancountyga.gov/government/departments-a-g/building-and-codes (2026)
- https://www.bryancountyga.gov/government/departments-a-g/community-development/building-and-codes/learn-more ("buildings greater than 200 square feet in size" require a building permit) (2026)
- Bryan County Code of Ordinances Ch. 114, Sec. 114-611, as summarized at https://www.zoneomics.com/code/bryan-county-unincorporated-GA/chapter_6 — verify against primary ordinance at https://library.municode.com/ga/bryan_county (2026)
- https://oci.georgia.gov/inspections-permits-plans/manufactured-housing/wind-zones (primary: lists Bryan among the 6 GA Wind Zone 2 coastal counties: Chatham, Bryan, Liberty, McIntosh, Glynn, Camden) — mph range aggregated from windload.solutions/homenation.com secondary sources (2026)
- Given/client spec — Bryan County is a coastal Georgia county; confirmed independently by its Wind Zone 2 listing at https://oci.georgia.gov/inspections-permits-plans/manufactured-housing/wind-zones (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: GeoNames zip centroid -> OSRM public routing engine (real driving route from Statesboro, Bulloch County, GA). Deterministic and reproducible, but a free public demo routing server, not Google Maps -- spot-check a sample before confirming. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: same OSRM routing result as drive_miles, converted from seconds. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: 4 nearest cities in benton_service_area_cities.php by straight-line (haversine) distance from zip centroid. (2026)
- Bulk-set via dev-fact-review.php (2026)
