I second NEDOC in thinking about creating another smaller pond adjacent to the main pond. Small ponds can be as much fun as your main pond and provide lots of options for management.

List of specialty ponds, often used in conjunction with a main pond

Third the opinion of checking with TJ. A visit to his ponds is a treat. Has a great setup in Nebraska and has achieved some of the goals you are speaking of and more.

John

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