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Hi Guys

Last year i dug a small 1/4 acre pond which is clay based and is approximately 8-14 feet in depth, The water has never become clear, and people have told me that this is due to clay particles suspended in the water. I have also heard that adding gypsum, limestone, or certain types of straw can clear the water up. Does anyone have any info on this? or had sucess with any of the above? or have any other recommendations? and if so how long will it work for?

thanks for your help

RB

gypsum will clear the water,i have done this several times.i do not remember the amount to use but you can probably find it in the search section.i've also used hay a few times,it worked 1 time and did nothing the 2nd time.maybe i did not put the correct amount the 2nd time,how ever i would go with the gypsum.works pretty fast,seems like it only took 3-4 days and water looked fine.have you stopped the clay particles from getting to the pond,it's a waste of $$ if you do not have grass growing around the banks.good luck