Originally Posted By: anthropic
Originally Posted By: Yaakmt
Hey guys, I have been reading on here for a couple of days. I own 15 acres and much of it is a natural pond. We have had a couple of dry years and I am thinking about ways to increase depth. There are no rocks and just basically grass. I am next to a river as well. The pond level and river level are not the same. The pond is spring fed. In the pictures the yard area between the pond and river are 100 feet to give you an idea. I dont think heavy equipment is much of an option unless a long drag line? I can hire three tough hard working laborers for $10 per hour? I cant find if a suction dredge and sediment bags are really an option?

What do you experts think?

Thank you!
Yaakmt


Yaakmt, would it be possible for you to pump water from the river to your pond during dry times? I realize water rights can be a major deal out West, but it sure seems tempting with the river so close.


Yes absolutely its possible and I do it. My only thought is a little more depth maybe keep some brookies in it plus it would look nicer.

I have three pumps.... Honda 3 inch, 2 inch and NT HP 2 inch sprinkler pump.

Thank you!