Careful consideration should be undertaken before pursuing a pond of this nature. Groundwater fed ponds are generally located in flat low lying areas and do not require a surrounding embankment.Ĭonstructing a water impounding structure or dam across a water course will capture water and create a water body. In areas where groundwater is near the surface, excavating into and below it will create a pond. Annual precipitation rates and drainage area characteristics determine the adequacy of the water supply for each potential pond site. Ponds with this type of water source are located on or below sloping lands. Surface runoff from precipitation or a flowing spring traveling overland as sheet flow or concentrated in a drainage way, can be collected in a pond basin. A supply is available from four types of sources. Water Source An adequate water source is needed to maintain water levels. This document briefly outlines the elements of pond siting, design and regulatory compliance and provides contact information where one can obtain additional technical assistance and regulatory information. Most pond creation projects require technical and regulatory expertise. Be sure to satisfy federal, state and local agency regulatory requirements prior to initiating construction. One must consider various site conditions when planning for a pond to ensure a suitable location. Many landowners create ponds as aesthetic and recreational amenities or as water sources for agricultural and other business related pursuits.
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