Originally Posted By: Gavins06
Pat we are not really tethered to any one location. Just NE Texas in general. As far from the cities as possible. And as for the size of the pond we aren't concerned with either. The idea is to purchase 40-60 acres so as snrub states we can always build one that fits our plans, which will be fishing, wildlife habitat, fishing, scenery oh and I almost forgot about fishing. Anthropic you hit the nail on the head, having never owned a pond i was curious what to look at and for to make sure I don't have to sink 75k into fixing an existing pond, before I can enjoy it. Would it be a good idea to have the local NRCS walk the property before purchase. I understand that mileage may vary when dealing with them, but in general? Thanks for all the advice.


Don't mean to rain on your parade, but when I went to the local NRCS office in Marshall, Texas, I was told that they don't do much with ponds these days. One gentleman was kind enough to copy me some soil maps of my location, but that was it. No planning or help at all beyond that.

Maybe you'll have a much better experience than I did. Hope so! But I'd check in advance with the NRCS before counting on their assistance. Like me, you may end up needing to call in a soil guy to check it out before the purchase.

7ac 2015 CNBG RES FHM 2016 TP FLMB 2017 NLMB GSH L 2018 TP & 70 HSB PK 2019 TP RBT 2020 TFS TP 25 HSB 250 F1,L,RBT -206 2021 TFS TP GSH L,-312 2022 GSH TP CR TFS RBT -234, 2023 BG TP TFS NLMB, -160