Ponds are a part of building up a healthy ecosystem and providing fresh water to farm animals. 

As long as humans have been raising animals, they have needed to have fresh water available and accessible for their animals. This is where the humble farm pond comes in; but how do you make a farm pond?

Contrary to what some people may think, simply digging a hole to fill with water isn’t the way to go about it. This will produce a temporary pond that will become a marshy, muddy mess on your property and won’t help your animals get the water and recreation that they need. 

Planning for a Farm Pond

The first consideration you need to make for your farm pond is where it will be located. There may be an area of your property that is more suited to having a pond. This could be because of the natural shape of the land, the presence of a herd of animals, or even the composition of the soil.

Determining where to place your pond is not as easy as you may think. There are a lot of variables that need to be understood. From protecting animals to the chemistry of water and soil, there will be a lengthy planning process involved if you want a long-lasting and effective pond. 

It is important to understand how water behaves and how this will impact the land around the pond. You should also take into consideration the ecology of the area and how the presence of a pond may impact natural plants and other animals. 

You will also need to decide whether or not you want to have fish in your pond. If you do, then it will depend on the type of fish that you are stocking the pond with. Some have specific needs when it comes to the environment that they live in. 

You don’t want to create a large wetland on your property, so paying careful attention to the geology and topography of the area is important. You need to also consider what you’re going to line the pond with to prevent water from draining into the water table or overflowing and going everywhere. 

Given how complex and important the planning phase is, you should consider hiring a professional. Contractors who have experience in this field use the latest in engineering and equipment to make sure the pond is placed correctly. Don’t run the risk of destroying your land or creating a pond that won’t fulfill your needs. 

Building a Farm Pond

The area where the water is going to go is called the basin. This area has to be built in such a way that it has minimal leakage. You will also want to build it in anticipation of water levels going up and down with the changing of seasons and weather events. 

You will also want to include a spillway or overflow area. It is important that you work with the topography of the land, as this will help prevent flooding from the pond. This is even more important if you have structures or a home near the pond, as you’ll want the water to flow away from your properties. 

Once you have addressed all the concerns and possible problems with your pond, it is time to get to work. The best way to proceed is to have heavy equipment like an excavator and bulldozer do the work. This will be even more important the larger you want the pond to be. 

Renting this type of equipment can be expensive, and it does require knowledge of the operation of heavy equipment. Many people find it easier and more cost-effective to hire a professional contractor to build the pond itself. 

Pond-Building Contractors

The process of building a functional pond is not an easy one. It is a task that a lot of people underestimate, which leads to expensive mistakes and failures. To prevent this from happening to you, you can hire a professional contractor. 

When it comes to contractors, everyone has heard stories about how difficult they can be to work with. When it comes to projects like building a pond, there can be a lot of unforeseen issues that come up during the construction and planning phases. This can mean that the quote they give you is not accurate. 

You could also find yourself with contractors that don’t have the integrity or professionalism to get the job done right. Some could just give up or be drawn away by other jobs for long periods of time. None of this will help you get the pond that you need. 

The Right Contractor for You

BDH Land Solutions is the contractor that you need when it comes to getting any earthwork done, not just building ponds. We will give you a quote, and if the job grows beyond that quote, we will wait and let you approve what needs to be done. 

Integrity and professionalism are central to BDH Land Solutions. We will show up ready to work and bring all the equipment and personnel required to do the job right. We know how complicated and difficult a pond can be. 

If you want a contractor that treats you with respect and has the knowledge and equipment to get the job done and the integrity to stay with the job to the end, BDH Land Solutions is the contractor for you. Contact us, so we can get started on building your dream pond today.