Backfilling The Pipe And Installing The Overflow Risers

[@bobkohl6779]

Thanks Chris, these are the sanest videos around when you need one. Got a job to do, you do it exceptionally well with no drama, no people full of themselves and no pushing product.

[@ajpsawmill4314]

You did a great job on Barney, looking forward to seeing the decals go on

[@jonnyteeee]

Go to his Instagram page the decals are on

[@Le_Comte_de_Monte_Felin]

He'd better paint it purple first.

[@bobbrinkerhoff3592]

@@Le_Comte_de_Monte_Felin you're thinking of the wrong Barney .

[@marcryvon]

@@Le_Comte_de_Monte_Felin 🤣🤣🤣 👍

[@brianbabb6666]

I saw Chris with his finger in Barney's rear end the other day. After that I don't think it matters what color you paint poor ol Barney.

[@BillW-NJ]

Bucket Cam!! Nice view on loading the haul truck. It’s really interesting how you plan moving dirt in so many stages like moving dirt to get it out of the way, moving dirt to make a ramp, moving dirt to take out the old pipe, moving dirt to pack around the new pipe, always being as efficient as possible, and the beautiful results don’t show all the planning that was needed. Your videos do. You are making me a big fan of that orange clay!

[@Threadsandjars]

I have watched your vids for the last year, although I don't always comment. I'm always in awe with your judicious care taking of the equipment, and the TEAMWORK and SKILL you pull into any and all job sites! And I think your teaching techniques are the best. Be healthy, stay safe and many blessings, Morgan

[@LoBeau53]

You are fortunate to be able to get help on demand when you don’t need extra operators all that often. Up here in BC Canada anyone who can and wants to work has more than they can handle.

[@derrickpettit3489]

Man this project is turning out awesome, that structure is massive, went together very good, gonna look really good when it's done, y'all got some pretty red clay down there, wish we had that up here in western Maryland, it's hit an miss up here, excellent work though Chris, arsenal of tools for every job, thanks for sharing Chris and I look forward to seeing the next video, awesome series on this site 💪🇺🇸

[@carlmclelland7624]

It never fails to amaze me, how the project looks so hopeless, like a dog chasing it's tail, and then... POW!!! One day and it pops and all starts coing together.

[@kirk467]

The way you pack that clay in Chris, it’s like a concrete dam ! Packed and done RIGHT my friend, can’t get any better than that! ( POND MASTER) ! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻. I’m just impressed at how much work you got by yourself, Chris! You always give the customer a First Class Product, I guess that’s what you would call it! lol But satisfaction always guaranteed from what I’ve seen! All the equipment and Barney worked great for you Chris, the packing job looks amazing brother! And always thanks for sharing Chris, your videos are always appreciated brother! Stay safe and healthy my friend and if you ever get the time I hope you can enjoy your time with Winston and Franklin! Always good to see them too my friend! Letsdig18 #1!👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@finschalvideoes504]

Following your videos here from Denmark in Europe. It is great to see that you are doing your job thoroughly and properly. Guess your customers are very satisfied. 🙂

[@oleran4569]

Great camera angle with it on the dipper.....showed the bucket in constant motion very well!

[@greggyoungg]

Could you go back when the pond is full of water and show us the results of y our hard work? Are there any videos of other finished ponds after they have filled up with water that you have done?

[@dsdragoon]

Barney and Strawberry Shortcake are doing their share of the work. Nice to see good tools in the hands of a master sculptor!

[@randytravis3998]

the camera view when you were loading the haul truck made the truck look like a tonka truck .. Great Video ..

[@tomrogers9467]

How many of us old armchair operators wish they were down there to work with Chris on this project? Most of us do I bet!

[@chosen1one930]

That's a lot better considering what the overflow once was

[@nickchannel5364]

you mean the ratty drain pipe? yeah I'll say.

[@chosen1one930]

@@nickchannel5364 no I mean all 3 drain pipes they had. You would of thought by the third try someone would of figured it out

[@Cindyloudickel]

I am so enjoying your channel. We watch it every day. My husband owns an earthmoving business in Iowa and has for the last 55 years. He approves of your methods. Ha. And it helps me get insight in to what he does daily on his jobs. Notice you do not have scrapers. I had to follow my husband as he took one to a job 35 miles away. He envies your dump truck and your viberating sheepsfoot roller! Great job. Keep the videos coming.

[@Andrew-bd7mp]

Im a doctor - but doing stuff like this is what I dream of doing. Could watch this all day.

[@speedycat128]

Sittin in my shop chair and I leaned my head out to see how close you were to the over flow when you went by with the compactor some habits never leave I wonder how many others did the same

[@rustysteel8714]

That's an OVERFLOW PIPE for the AGES, Chris. 👍 Doubt others would have been as DILIGENT COMPACTING around this entire system! 🏅👏 You are the POND 🤴❗

[@MichaelBrown-qn9hi]

Kinda hard watching you load Barney and watch the skid steer at the same time, and that's because every bit of your videos are informative, by the time the skid had spread the dirt, you were there with another load. Time management quality.

[@craigwavra3495]

Good to have dependable help. Looks like your helper is getting the hang of the equipment. Good progress. Bring on the dozer!

[@DonDegidio]

Hi Chris, Barney has been earning his keep on this job. Should look real nice once he gets his new lettering. You and the family stay safe.

[@rondastump8930]

This is an amazing video to watch. You keep equipment in excellent condition by maintenance so no problems on job sites. Watching you jump from one piece of equipment to next shows your experience!!! God's blessings and stay safe. Loved video!

[@lidsman2221]

That black stuff is the same stuff they use on burial vaults to seal them from water and critters. Thanks for the video.

[@davidstainbrook3151]

Good Team work

[@russellgilson4072]

Chris, The scope of this project is impressive, you've got yourself a nice line of equipment and our projects have been informative .Thanks for posting.

[@richardvernick4280]

Chris. It is a good size project that is starting to look like the project is on the home run. Chris you make this type of a project look so eazy. You have this cpmplet prolect in your minds eye how it will end projetthis will be a projectlus

[@marksaunders2500]

Hi from uk chris and crew👋👍 great job on this one mate👌 for what this was to where its at now its been pushed along well and in good time to 👌 you did well considering your weather on last one so well done man sir👌 good job as always 👍 magic man changed his his batteries like I knew you would before the wand came into action on this one 👌 thanks for your time and be safe see you soon👍👋

[@djgrahamevans]

I love the bucket-cam angle at 12:20! Great work with all the videos and this project

[@havgdo4445]

Good camera work, enjoyed seeing your excavator load your truck 🛻

[@MPSfixxer]

I like the thumb point of view shot. It’d be cool to see you grading from that pov. Awesome work!

[@jameswelch4716]

Looking good. After watching you for some time now, I think I'm ready to cash in my 401K, buy a bunch of equipment and build ponds. No, I've never done it, nor have I ever driven anything bigger than a skid steer... but after watching you Chris, what could go wrong... 😅🤣😂

[@BeytekinConstructionMachinery]

Thx god blue sky and sun!

[@mikelang4191]

Your man on the skid steer did a fine job! Great work!

[@billbyrnes9505]

I like the camera angles, makes you feel like your on a carnival ride, with out the risk of getting sick! 😁😁😁😁😁👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@dennis2376]

But my brain was tripping. :)

[@jeffwisemiller3590]

Whenever Chris jumps into another machine, it reminds me of the Terminator movies. You see his brain run through 6-8 different gear/control patterns like Arnie with the Harley or the semi. That is one big overflow assembly & a lot of work installing it (properly)! With what you've done with the shoreline, the head section & now the overflow, you're getting closer to the end. Not there yet & that's good because that means 2-3 more videos, yeah!

[@alwayssearching1882]

Finally got to see the much anticipated overflow install. Looks fabulous.

[@dansbrown1313]

Thank you for this video Chris. Looks like Tyler is doing really well on all the different equipment and you even let him operate the 220! Surprised we didn't see Justin come around and check on his pad foot. :)

[@kevinkelly1523]

Another awesome episode. Love seeing it all come together. Your planning and foresight are supper.

[@maxmacdonald7174]

Past 2-minute mark I am watching Chris use the new Yamar🙂 When I heard all this rattling noise. 😲 What happen to it, then the roller goes by. 😅

[@larryferguson3387]

Undoubtedly the best dam yet! These folks spent a lot and got their monies worth.

[@nancyallen3687]

The view from under the boom made the dump truck look like a tonka truck that my grandkids play with. Great videos

[@rwc2504]

Looking real good. That camera view above the bucket makes me feel like I'm on a roller coaster!!

[@latisimusd]

Obviously very skilled and take pride in your work. Can see why you and crew are in high demand. Fun to watch!

[@karenheartoriginal3783]

Yahoooo, this project is looking SO GOOD…gonna be sad to see it end! I am so grateful you take us on these adventures with you. Chris, I know it’s lots of work doing the vids so Thank You! Give a big 'attaboy' to your assistant…is he the same young man that was learning to drive Barney? Standing ovation to you for your fabulous attention to detail. This property owner is getting double his investment by hiring you!! 👏👏👏

[@thomasbrown9047]

Can’t wait to see this project as it nears completion!! Keep up the good work.

[@levidbateman5174]

Your attention to doing things right is amazing, and the loading view from the bucket thumb was fun!

[@lloyd1344]

Looking very nice. I’m sure the owner will like the nice wide dam.

[@thomasyerbey337]

Chris you are very good at this and your work is great 🇺🇲

[@deannamarie4149]

Chris... I have lost track of the number of pieces of machinery that has been used on this job... Then wham. A mini with a roller attachment... Please, please consider doing a time lapse of this job! We see 30 minute clips which barely adds up to any real time... How many hours do you have into this job... Not just you, but all the man hours put in by the people that have put their hands in this work!!! How much earth has been moved for this project? I have so many questions!!! Lol Like I said at the beginning of this. I can't believe I am this caught up in watching a random guy play in the mud... I am amazed at the transformation...

[@alanjewell1773]

amazing how that small pad-foot roller on the mini sends it down and compacts, haul truck looks great

[@albertbusscher4270]

Precision job on placing the riser of the overflow !! The whole job is progressing fine despite the mud !! The sign of a craftsman !! greetings from Australia

[@KHWindham]

I'm thinking you may be looking at compactors harder at auctions in the future.

[@bones2610]

The size and amount of work being done there is huge. You're kicking right along

[@markintexas9258]

I liked that new perspective from right above the bucket.

[@TheWilloughby2]

The shots from the bucket made the haul truck look like a toy truck. 😁

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

I do have to say it’s absolutely awesome that’s why I call you The Doctor. You are one amazing operator.

[@rickallen9382]

I am glad that pipe went in and got covered properly. most contractors don't compact as well as you do.

[@ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441]

Like you said a few more days and that'll be it looking good. Water will get past that. 👍👍🙂🇨🇦

[@karenheartoriginal3783]

Oh wow I LOVE the shots from the excavator arm!!

[@tomwolf9420]

That compactor on the mini does a surprisingly good job. As you bought it I can’t see the use of the “toy“ but in tight spaces or when the weight of the roller is simply too much it pays.

[@donnamullins2089]

Another great job Chris. Liked the view of bucket loading Barney. Never looks that high from the ground. Take us to lunch with you one day.

[@heatherlane9270]

Barny - with the 'round tyres that roll,' is doing a mighty job. Got yourself a good worker there also. Just amazed how big the pond and dam are. Lots of dirt moved - looking good.

[@1oddtech]

Loved the view from the thumb loading the haul truck. Keep it up

[@duaneayers6117]

Looking really nice. Like I said before. This dam will still be there for many generations to come.

[@raycandle5209]

Another day, another dollar, great vid Chris, you really start to get an idea of the height of the dam with the overflow boxes stacked, great to see Barney joinin in the fun, keep em comin 👍

[@mischef18]

Barney is playing a big part in this project and doing it well bro. Safe travels

[@donalddehaven3229]

It looks good, really good. The owner of the property is wisely spent his money contracting you. Not many guys take the care and go the extra distance to do a job that is this meticulous.

[@randycarpenter2914]

It is coming together well. I enjoy watching all the different aspects that go into building a dam and install of the overflow. I enjoy watching equipment work on the job and learn a lot.

[@keithdunlap2701]

Very Nice Chris !! Coming right on a long Man !! Those Boxes laid in really ,really good too... Looking great , now too get that dump truck to hauling that clay on in , you'll be on your way !! Great as always !! Have a Great Evening, and, On too the Next !!

[@steveschafer7691]

A revisited is a must please

[@pinwizz69]

Yuppers, Chris is definitely fillin' and rollin' that pond damn into submission. It's gonna last forever the way he's building it up. Not to mention no more overflow problems for the property owners. Can't wait to see how he slicks up the front, top and backside of that damn. He always leaves them looking awesome.

[@AncientHermit]

Really fine job Chris. 😀Full On Drain Surgery that is.😉 Thanks for it.🙂 Be well.😊

[@barrykulmom]

🤣🤣🤣

[@danielcohn-bendit701]

Barney is working out well, looks and sounds great. Good buy

[@glennwolfe1663]

Chris, that is one awesome overflow. Can't wait to see the finished and full. Thanks for sharing👍👍👍👍👍😺🤗🐺

[@donnaflanagan6612]

It’s looking really good. Barney is a good boy😀 Take care & cheers 🐨🦘🥰

[@davidrobins4025]

You are making very good progress on the dam. The right equipment sure makes the job go well. Thanks for the good video.

[@steves9915]

Coming together very well so far.

[@johnblecker4206]

I am still waiting to see the 3 46 inch boxes connected to that overflow pipe and I knew you had to wait till today to finish it up plus I get to see it to the end today and I will enjoy the ending.

[@answeranyone1843]

Cool new camera angle from the thumb! Thanks!

[@george8873]

Looks like the pond is gonna be at least 12 feet or so deep there at the overflow. Really don't get an idea until you have all 3 boxes stacked and you look down into it. Gonna be a great pond.

[@Mapantz1]

Such finesse when setting those riser boxes, love it!

[@dougmay8924]

You should be PROUD 👏!!!---LET'S DIG 18!!! THANK YOU AGAIN 😊 💓

[@Mike7478F]

What an intense dam project. Awesome video angles and captures Chris. The best I have ever seen. Good one bud. Thanks

[@TheBlueberry606]

Looking good 👍 👌 Its amazing what you can do with the right equipment.

[@pottawatomie2]

"Big packy" = Sheep's foot roller, "Little packy" = lamb's foot roller.

[@graemesinclair3762]

yayyyyyy!!!! we finally got to ride the thumb...awesome view and this project is coming along nicely Chris

[@holyhero259]

12:46 man that was a weirdly satisfying scoop

[@wb8ujb]

I was thinking the same thing early on in the video, Barnie was a good investment. Wow, sure looks great Chris, good work my friend. As always, Thank You for sharing your work.

[@TheBurnsStuff]

I know its hard to convey over video, but that little compactor wheel for the mini sure does a nice job.

[@lastplacetrophy3821]

"The more that squirts out, the tighter the seal it is". Nice.

[@terryrogers1025]

Nice job, looks better every day, and the best thing is is that it’s done right. Thanks for the ride along sir.

[@allenbeaulieu7077]

Looks fantastic Chris. Moving forward with super speed. Beautiful work sir.

[@grantellis1401]

Great quality pictures and of course commentary as usual, thanks Chris 👍

[@gsxrdoug7521]

That's amazing how it is sitting at water level now. Seems so high but I'm not the expert.

[@peterkitts8815]

Nice at the 15:00 minute mark watching the skid steer put in the lift in the foreground and watching the offroad getting filled in the background

[@michaelnelson8847]

Love the "thumb cam"!!

[@paulburris5220]

Congratulations you do a good job on these Pond dams!

[@dudeman5788]

Chris is the pond/lake master. His attention to detail is second-to-none and regardless of scale, you can tell he really takes pride in all his work.

[@maxobara1496]

Outstanding, looking good!! Chris maybe a drone shot while moving dirt would look cool on this site 👍🇺🇸

[@jimgarrett7078]

This project is looking great Chris - impressive work. Love to watch the progress.