Pond....BIG pond.. well big little pond..

[Tylervsmith]

Hey Guys. Well I am going to be able to build a pond in my back yard. Maybe 1000 gallons? im not sure.

I think maybe
Width:96in
Length:72in
Depth:34 in
Result: 1017gallons

If i do it this size, what all will i need.

List of Materials? this will be inground.

What would be a good Pond Filter?




Stock List?
I want one large fish that is a good view from the top.
My only problem is heating/cooling.
If i go with a S/A setup.
How would I be able to keep a stable temp?
WHat fish could I put in?

I want EVERYones opinion

 

[Tylervsmith]

ANyone?

 

[Wolf3101]

I usually build all of my own filters based on a pair of laundry tubs available at most home improvement centers. One mounted directly above the other...The upper tub is set up as a mechanical filter while the lower is the bio-chamber. after the units finished you can build a redwood box to cover it with or even use one of those small plastic storage units as a make shift filter house.

You're going to need a liner of course and I like to use a thinner sub-liner. You need to have a plan for the pond edging and the materials for that.

For a pump on all but the largest ponds I like to use a submersable pump for two reasons....The water keeps the pump running cooler for a longer life and the heat energy helps warm the pond in the winter.

 

[Dr Joe]

Haven't you read the other recent threads on this?

Dr Joe

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[midnight]

dig
liner
filter box like stated above
fill with water
wait
add koi
add plecos
enjoy

oh and birds netting to cover the pond "if you want your fish"

 

[Dr Joe]

Experience talking

 

[Wolf3101]

dig
liner
filter box like stated above
fill with water
wait
add koi
add plecos
enjoy

oh and birds netting to cover the pond "if you want your fish"

How could I have forgotten the pond netting...