Hey all,
brand new member and really excited about finding this site. I am really looking forward to some good advice on my pond. I have about a two acre pond with a dam on one side that i have been told is too steep. The dam also has leaks caused by tree roots and musk rats. I have gotten rid of both. Problem is I am not sure what is the next best step to fix the dam. I have tried bentonite in those holes I see, with limited success. I have been told to: cut a strip down the center length of the dam (go below water level) and fill and compact with clay, or to cut thru the dam, drain the pond, wait a year or so, and then re-dig (a few areas i'd like to make deeper and level out one side of the pond anyways) and use the new dirt (from digging the pond deeper) to fix the grade of the dam. Dont have any pics of the problems right now but if someone thinks they can help if I upload pics I will. Also, I am in southern illinois so if any members out there are in my area, i could host you for a visit to look at the problem first-hand. Thanks in advance for any help.
