Send me a pic and I'll try to at least post a link to it. I'll send you a PM.

Since you just started feeding, I doubt there's been enough feed deposited to impact your nutrient load, but I'm not sure how long it would take for leftovers to be converted. Maybe someone with knowledge will step in.

I'd say the algae was just starting to get going when you fertilized and that caused an exposion. You didnt say....is it kinda fluffy, or more scummy?

24 inch visibility is really a good level IMO. It blocks enough sunlight to keep stuff from growing too deep and helps keep deeper water cooler.

Since your pond has exposed banks, you should get enough wind action to keep the DO stirred up, the issue may come this summer when it gets hot, tho. Hot water cant hold enough O2, and nighttime respiration may become a stressor. We'll hope not.

Last edited by Mike Whatley; 05/23/19 09:33 PM.
.10 surface acre pond, 10.5 foot deep. SW LA. The epitome of a mutt pond. BG, LMB, GSF, RES, BH, Warmouth, Longear Sunfish, Gambusia,Mud Minnows, Crappie, and now shiners!!...I subscribe!!