Hello All

I am currently working in a project to build a 160m x 30m pond.

The purpose of which is for Watersports. I own and operate a Watersports school and we wish to build a body of water to run a 2.0 wakeboarding system (have a quick Google search to see what that is)

We have found a flat section if land that would allow for the space to build the pond and I have some questions and I am seeking some advice regarding the basics:

We are considering that building up rather than down would be the most cost effective method of construction using sand and a 1mm pvc liner, would I be correct it this assumption.

We would be using a borehole to fill the pond which would be brackish water as we are located near the sea.

As people will be in the water we want to ensure that it stays safe to swim in, what are the considerations that I need to consider with this.

We are going to be building accommodation near the pond and want to ensure that the lake is not going to smell and put people off wanting to stay there.

I have been recommended to put in a solar pump to keep the water moving are there any other considerations that you would recommend taking in board.

I greatly appreciate any advice that can be given. And my thanks in advance for your help.

Cheers

Ben