Pond Design
It is important to work out your pond design before
beginning any construction. Overlooking any essential
factor can become very costly in terms of having to
redo work already completed.
Pond Construction
One essential ingredient to consider in your pond
construction is the depth of the pond.
Determining Pond Depth
There are many factors to consider when choosing
a pond depth. These include climate zone, fish number,
size and type, sunlight conditions, winterizing options,
pond size, and shape.
As a rule of thumb, a two foot deep pond can support
fish and plants year round in the extreme winter and
summer temperatures. With proper precautions, a two-foot
deep pond can be made to support aquatic life virtually
anywhere.
Of course, another consideration is the building
and safety requirements. Most city municipal codes
have regulations that state that once a pond is over
2 feet it must be treated as a pool and must follow
the same rules and regulations of pool safety such
as fences and locked gates. In some cities, this is
18 inches. So keep that fact in mind in your pond design.
Our design consultants will help you determine the
appropriate depth for your pond so that it will work
with your location and your other pond elements. Contact
us today for your Design Consultation and
receive a design consultation with one of our expert
water garden professionals.
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