Pond Boss Forums POND CONSTRUCTION Creating habitat Size and Depth of gravel beds

Size of area will somewhat depend on how much spawning you plan to take place. More area equals more space for nesting. Average amount would be an area around 16x20 maximum IMO would be 50x20. Most are installed as a shallow beach area with gravel at least 8" to 12" deep. Have pond builder push up a semi-circular dirt curb to keep gravel from moving and sliding down into the depths.