![]() ![]() In some cases, to the point of leaking and weakening that part of the dam from water flowing outside and along the pipe called “piping.” You will see backside cave-ins or sloughing of the dam itself. We have noticed the corrugated metal pipes are showing signs of rusting out. In the old days, corrugated metal pipes were used. If you should happen to dig into the dam, be prepared for some additional counter moves to seal it back up. The reason is the dam was hopefully built with a core trench to help seal it up. You might be thinking “gee” now that the bulldozer is here, should I reshape the pond? If you do, please leave the dam alone unless it is leaking or the outlet pipe is bad. This is very appetizing for herons, raccoons and mink. Then you end up with a small pool of water and fish. ![]() If you plan to dredge your pond or retention basin, the water is usually pumped out first. Will the dredged material need to be hauled away? Did you begin saving up some funds in preparation of the untimely event (Please note here, “Homeowner Association” members, you better start now setting aside a build-up fund for the future event). Is there adequate access for crawler backhoes, or cranes and even dump trucks and bulldozers? Is there adequate space for stock piling the sediment or mucky stuff? Dredging a small pond can be done more practically and be less expensive than a larger pond.Ī few questions arise if you are going to dredge. ![]() When cattails march out toward the middle of the pond, it is a good indicator it might be time. Depending on their drainage area, they can accumulate debris, leaves, sediment, yard waste, decaying pond plants, etc.Įventually the pond will need to be dredged to restore the full use of the pond for the owner. ![]()
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