I've never been any more impressed with pigs and cows than I have dozers. It needs to be done in 2 ft lifts and that would string out the job for a long time. Nothing beats a sheeps foot roller used by a knowledgeable pond builder.

I find that the right soils make a huge difference. Nothing is going to help pack a bunch of sand or rocks. I found that out the hard way.


It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP Grandpa