As an update.... I finally got the dozer and trachoe in to complete the pond repair. I ended up replacing the 18" overflow pipe with a 24" pipe and angled it more as to not be dropping the overflow water 7-8 feet to the bottom of the dam. Had the dam build up about 3-4' above the overflow as well as created an emergency overflow of about 15' wide and on a gentle slope. Although I have now seeded it and hope that it isn't used for years to come, if ever... at least until I can get a good stand of grass on it. I also started concreting in a rock tailrace at the bottom to help eliminate erosion at the bottom of the dam. I plan to add a little more to the bottom and sides. I would also like to add a 4" to 6" auto siphon to the top of the dam just as an added safety measure.. just hate to dig back into the dam....
