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A new client contacted us wanting to get some help with their new pond. They wanted to know the overall health of the pond and the water quality. Read on to learn how we got them started on the path to a healthier pond for the fish and wildlife.

At a pond we maintain in Greensboro, North Carolina, the client wanted to add a feature to their pond that would enhance both the aesthetics as well as add the benefits of aeration. We always recommend aeration as a pond enhancement where practical, because of its many benefits to a pond’s ecosystem. Aeration can help oxygenate the water column, reduce algae blooms, remove foul odors, enhance fish habitat, reduce sediment accumulation, and increase water quality.

We received a call from a pond maintenance client stating that their fountain was off and they wanted to schedule a site visit to determine the issue. When our fountain manager arrived on site, he found the main problem was the burnt motor contactor but he checked the other components to ensure there were no other issues. At this time, he also found that the GFCI breaker for the lights had been removed and a non-GFCI breaker had been installed. The manufacturer requires a GFCI breaker so this could void the warranty and is also an electrical code issue.

Triploid grass carp are an effective management tool for lake and pond managers to help control nuisance or unwanted vegetation. Bred to be sterile, these fish are typically stocked at a rate of 10-15 per acre of water to control unwanted vegetation. The actual stocking rate you should use may vary based on the type and amount of vegetation you wish to control.

As stormwater specialists, our goal at Triangle Pond Management is to provide our clients with expert service to help manage and maintain their stormwater investments. Stormwater Control Measures (SCM’s) are now utilized in nearly all aspects of land development from commercial sites to home sites to help regulate and treat stormwater runoff. It is likely that you live in an area that has some form of an SCM.

Ever had an issue with Canada Geese on your property? Canada Geese are migratory birds and are protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. They are protected by federal law and are managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service. The subspecies we are most familiar with here in North Carolina that some consider a pest have a weak migratory instinct. Canada Geese that do not migrate are called residents. The resident population is regulated differently than the migratory population.

What is Algae?

“Algae” is a broad term referring to a diverse group of aquatic organisms that contain chlorophyll and produce energy through photosynthesis. Unlike plants, algae do not have stems, flowers, or vascular tissues. However, some algae look like plants–seaweed is a type of multicellular algae that can grow in huge forests, while species in the genus Chara resemble small freshwater plants. Other types of algae grow in mats (filamentous algae) while the smallest species don’t have a solid form but instead just turn the water column green (planktonic algae). Though many species are harmless, there are some that contain toxins that can be deadly, so it is important to keep algae under control.

Most of our clients that have a fountain in their pond allow fishing in their pond. There have always been concerns about the potential issues that can arise from allowing people to fish in a pond with a fountain.

During construction, areas around a pond or stormwater device can become disturbed by the machines working in the area. In this case, the backside of this pond dam was bare from being freshly graded to meet specifications. To prevent future erosion and to stabilize the area after the job was completed our client opted to sod the bare areas.

Fearful of predators eating your fish? Has a predator been present and now your fish will not come to the surface? Are you just wanting to be proactive and try to protect your fish from predators?

The installation of protective UV-resistant cord across your pond is one way to eliminate the potential for an avian predator from harming your fish. This key preventive method allows you to still enjoy your fish and allow your vegetation to grow without having to install an unsightly net that restricts your plant growth.