Lee, the first step should involve checking the water quality. Find out what the PH and alkilinity levels are. Take action as needed(or not). Streams and springs can be problematical. Is this a flow through pond?

What will the cats eat? What fish will the stream add? As Esshup asked, what kind of fish are currently there? If the stream has added some 12 inch bass, your CC will have to be at least 6 inches at stocking time.

At this point, you really need to tell us where you are before we can tell you how to accomplish your objective.

BTW, I like catfish ponds.







Last edited by Dave Davidson1; 11/16/10 07:44 AM.
It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP