We kicked off the construction of our pond this week. After more than 2 years of PONDering (i.e. - saving, researching, planning, approvals, and contractor selection)we're moving forward. It'll be 3 acres at normal pool level fed by a creek with a steady flow plus ~ 400 acre watershed. It will certainly be interesting to see the technique in building the dam with the water flow. Other specs: 2:1 slope for the front of the dam; 3:1 slope for the back of the dam; 48" riser pipe; 24" barrel pipe through the dam; and an 8" shear gate on the front if we ever need to drain it. Pictures will be added during the process. We've hunted this tract for several years now and hate to see this creek-bottom habitat change, but we have high expectations that the pond will only enhance the wildlife habitat and viewing opportunities.
- Dave 4.5 acre woodland pond constructed Feb 2011 - began fill Aug 25 - full pool Nov 18 - fish stocked Oct 25: 1200 Shellcracker; 3800 bluegill bream; 500 channel catfish May 2012: 500 LMB May 2012; 50 "permitted" sterile grass carp.
