Pond Boss Forums INTRO Questions & Observations 5+ acre pond... the dirt's flying

Thanks to all the posters on the forum, and thanks to PondBoss, et.al. for the books, magazines, etc. Dirt is flying at our new pond, as the dam is under contruction on our 5.2 acre pond (according to NRCS). Everything looks promising so far, as the test holes looked great.

I'm keeping a photo journal of our progress (see Redstone Ranch pond photos ). If anyone sees something odd, I'd appreciate the advice. The site's at an old excavated gravel pit, next to a tree-lined wooded area filled with live oaks, pines, and cedars. Deepest water will be about 12 feet, with an average depth of 6 feet. We're probably going to push up an island and shape the peninsulas when the dam is done (about a week from now). Then it's add structure, pray for rain, add forage, pray for rain, and add predators. Same old story.

CC,

Another Texan joins the fray! Welcome and I hope you enjoy this forum as much as I do.

What are your stocking plans, if you don't mind me asking?

CC :

Welcome to the fourm . You will find lots of info and help here. The more info on your plans you provide the better chance someone can add helpful advice.

I looked at your pond photos . It looks like a good site. You have some good ideas , I am sure after much thought and planning. Will some of the trees be able to provide some shade around the banks ? If you are going to have a pier think about what you will see and do from the pier . Sand for swimming , fish beds for watching and fishing , easy access for all , power to the pier for lights and pond fountains. there are many examples if you search the fourm . Look at the photos from the following , they may help :

http://www.pondboss.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=20;t=001847

Good luck and post more info and ask for help or ideas. ewest

Man I don't see the creek you are daming up!! .

Man that praying for rain I would be carefull take it from a dummy like me who over built his water shed. I have been waiting an ENTIRE year for this thing to fill. Make sure you have a good creak.