Originally Posted By: blair5002
I was thinking the pit on the east side of road has blocked the natural water flow and directed it underground to your pond.


I believe you are exactly right. The anecdotal evidence is that the static water level has increased since the natural water flow has been impeded on the east side of the road. The only problem is, that was going to be question #5! \:\) \:\) \:\) I'll give you a bonus point! \:D

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