I have a 1 acre plus pond. I also started a much bigger gast 0523 rotary vane pump this year. I was using a little diapram pump before. My water had a very bad infestaion of watermeal and duckweed on it that I treated for then added the bigger pump.

Here is my personal experience. I had about 5 - 8 feet visability before when the weeds were brushed aside. Crystal clear water. But I had very poor fish quality. After adding the larger aerator my water quality went to a tea color for about 3 - 4 weeks. 5 months later I have about 24 inches of visibility max. A beautiful green (bloom) tint and very healthy fish. My water depth to date has gained 2 feet in depth even in a heavy drought with banks down 15 inches.

I might have missed it but what was the age of your pond and what was the bottom like? Heavy Muck? Smelly? What is the color of your water? Are your fish acting normal or gasping at the top of the water? I'm sure the pros will chime in but the more information the better. I am learning and thought I would let you know I was worried about my pond after adding the aeration earlier this year to. It really paid off. I even stocked it a little heavier and have not lost a fish yet this year for the first time since I have owned it. You are in the right place for all your Q $ A. Good luck.

Just another 1 acre hole in the ground...........with fish !!!