Oh sure, JKB, toss me a riddle and then change the subject real quick! grin

Hey Big Pond, sorry this thing spun off on a tangent. I began following this thread because I, too, have a pond that is experiencing a water level problem. I'm tired of fretting about the lack of precipitation and am also considering pumping from a nearby stream.

Whether you go with a well or the stream, please keep us updated. I'm very interrested in what you try and how it works out.