I am purchasing some land in Oklahoma and will be building some new ponds. A friend of mine has a nice piece of land and has built several ponds over the last 3-4 years. Oklahoma has had somewhat of a drought and his new ponds have not filled very well.

Is it common for people to fill a pond by drilling a well. I know some wells are used to maintain water levels in the summer months but is it crazy to think you can drill a well and fill your ponds?