Hang_Loose,
It rose about 18 inches. I only have about 3 feet to go. It's a bit muddy. The fish don't seem to mind. They fed as vigorous as always tonight. The whole experience has been a ball. Every time I look at the pond, I see what it will be like in 2 or 3 years. I don't think us pondmeisters could ever have a pond big enough. We would all have Lake Erie if we could. But I'm pretty satisfied at the moment. It's big enough to do everything I want. I don't need to grow tons of big fish but I would like to be able to max out a dozen or so. My goal is 7 pounds. Pretty big for Ohio.

I'm assuming your in the Big Walnut area. Sunbury and Germantown AKA Valley View both have excellent football programs.
I see your school in the playoffs every year. I'm pretty familiar with your area. I've fished a lot of tournaments at Alum Creek although I've never been to Hoover which is probably closer to you. If you're ever in the area you have an open invitation to come and fish.