If you do, I would be careful with doing it by the book. I still suspect permits and rules are a big part of these prices, as you may find out in doing it yourself.
There is an old time member that used to be very active here, Catmandoo. He was in that region, and I think he eluded to the fact things were changing for the worse. He sold his ponds and moved, so not active here anymore. Might reach out to him tho. See if he has any insights.
http://forums.pondboss.com/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showprofile&User=2945
