Chicken Coop/Run

Excavation work nearing completion

My neighbor and good friend helped me the other day. He brought his water level, know-how and help to establish the level references for the coop/run foundation. The largest difference is between the north corner and east corner (16 3/4″).
Have changed my mind about using cinder blocks for the foundation. Going to pour concrete into forms. With the substantial slope of the site, I will be stepping the foundation. In the photo you can see a drain pipe. Want to be sure the chicken run doesn’t become a chicken swimming pool!
I need to pick up the pace of getting the coop/run built. Today is the Chicks’ 13th day here at Trinity Farm. Want to be sure it’s ready before it is time for the chickens to move out of the brooder!