Most of the red clay dirt that is in the core and the dam came from places other than what will be the bottom of the pond. The dirt in the pond area for the first few feet was sandy or grey/brown clay. Under this is good hard clay.

You want pictures? I got pictures.

This is from the dam looking back at the shallow end


My truck on the dam


Looking from the shallow end to the dam


Another good shot



Wish me luck.