Welcome to PB Hook. Lots of good knowledge to gain from the guy's here. Where are you in LA? I am in Pineville.

I had a 1 surface acre 18' deep pond built 2yrs ago. It is SO important that you find a Pond guy and not just an equipment operator. Any of us can rent a CAT and pull levers. I learned that the hard way after getting rid of my 1st lever puller. My 2nd dirt guy was passionate about what he did, covered all the steps from overflow, grade, & most important Compaction. Good idea with your Water Well, I had a 4" Well put on my place for added pond support and water supply for my home. I also was fortunate enough to install aeriation prior to my pond filling. 1 acre 10' deep is alot of dirt to move and eaisly under estimated at the start of the project.

Ask away with your questions, as I said earlier, so much knowledge shared here.
Good luck
Chad