IFAS Circular# 939, Excavated Pond Construction in Florida

IFAS Circular# 939

Excavated Pond Construction in Florida

Clark, G.A.

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A pond can be a convenient and economical source of water for agricultural use. Ponds can provide the necessary water storage for irrigation, livestock and fish production, fire protection or other purposes (for more information see IFAS Bulletin No. 257). The two basic types of ponds are embankment ponds and excavated ponds. A classical embankment pond can be formed by constructing a dam or embankment across a stream or watercourse where the depression is deep enough to provide a water depth of at least 6 ft (1.8 m). An excavated pond can be constructed by digging a pit or a dugout area, typically in relatively flat topography areas. Excavated ponds are generally small since their capacity is obtained almost entirely by digging.

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