Well here we go, starting construction next week. The site is located in South Louisiana on a 6.5acr tract. I have an experienced contractor with great references lined up. Planning to dig 1.5 acre with varying depths from 2-12 feet. Receives about 5-6 acres of watershed, which is much more than most in this area. We get lots of rain and this property drops about 4 feet to the pond. I plan too add a "levee" on the low side to maintain a level bank. I'm really excited about this new project, but I'm very green. I've been reading alot, but any advice would be much appreciated.
