I consult with and rely on Todd Overton�s fish stocking numbers - he has more experience with HSB and CNBG than anyone in this part of the country.
I would stock forage fish in the spring and 8-10 inch HSB in the fall - - how many (?) ask Todd - you know that I push the envelope - right?
I�ll be catching 10 inch HSB by fall and one pounders soon after - a blast on the fly!
With power close to pond, I would install Kasco surface aeration to cope with Texas drought and hot weather. IMO, bottom diffusfer aeration would not be a consideration.
Have fun,
George