As far as i am denoted that pond is entertainment for family and friends.i have yet to lime but intend to put in 6tons next week. the water is murky and i assume it will be more after i put in lime. You can stock them now or stock them with the bluegill, etc. Main thing you want to do is stock the forage species (fathead minnows, bluegill) before you stock the predators (bass).stoking fish and other stuff are very important .