Wow, irrigate a lawn. I never understood this... I get annoyed in the summer when the weeds continue to grow but the grass stops and I still have to mow :-(. However I cultivate my weeds since they are far more interesting than grass. Example: we can harvest native strawberries from the lawn in June for breakfast, and Asters in the fall. I guess I am a lazy naturalist ;-).
I suppose if you live in a hot climate, that is the only way to keep your lawn around and usable. I don't hold it against you at all, it is probably beautiful where my lawn looks "interesting".
On the other note of wells, isn't there concern for effecting the water table of your own drinking well or your neighbor's well by pumping so much water out of the ground? I would hate to think that you may potentially effect someone's well-being trying to keep a pond topped-off. There is only so much gazinda and gazouta to go around.
