Pond Boss Forums GENERAL QUESTIONS Property Projects & Construction Here's the small dock I built...

Short answer, no. The only success that I've seen (long term) for stopping leaks is using either properly compacted clay 18"-24" thick or a liner. All other techniques have failed over time.

Or live with the fluctuating water levels and spend the $$ on electricity keeping it topped off with a well. That's what I'm doing with my pond. No clay in the area, sandy soil. My pond will fluctuate up to 6' depending on the level of the ground water if I don't supplement it with the well.