Building An Island In The 5 Acre Pond!

[@seandunne7977]

The way you said ‘it’ll be a nice little island’ sounded EXACTLY like Bob Ross’s ‘happy little trees’ and I realized you’re a dang artist with that machine.

[@milosterwheeler2520]

If I had a pond that big, I would want an island. I would build a small log cabin on it to house whatever equipment needed to maintain it. A tiny dock would add to the effect that the island looked farther away than it really was.

[@larrylindsey1497]

Yep.

[@Damoinion]

I like how you think!

[@gunton21]

👌

[@joecoleman3069]

Like Jeff I insisted on an island on the pond I had built over 30 years ago. It seems I was always needing to load the mower in the boat and mow it. Work got me really busy for several years, and now the island is a brushy, snake infested eyesore. The pond is in Louisiana, but if Chris were closer I would have him come delete it. A peninsula that the tractor could get on would have been much smarter. But a person sometimes has to learn the hard way. I know I did.

[@justinfufun5483]

A nice bridge would add to the island. Get a couple or 4 of old riveted I beams. Something that will carry a mower, heavy enough to just sit there and provide shade, look interesting and has a story behind it. Maybe.

[@larrylindsey1497]

EXACTLY. Island sounds good on paper. What a pain in the ass. Build a bridge or road to the island and get 10X more use.

[@mr.shannon6137]

Kill the critters and put a goat on it. Problem solved. Build an aesthetically pleasing bridge to the island so the goat can come and go whenever it wants. Go with zero-scaping. Landscaping without vegetation. They do that a lot in drought prone areas to reduce water consumption.

[@JCrook1028]

A weedeater will do just fine...

[@hphillips7425]

Joe Coleman. I agree

[@dennisryan7487]

Chris! I think when you are done with the Island, you should put a Golfing hole in it and place a flag on it !

[@BealyGood]

Y’all don’t let @letsdig18 Mislead you. He knows what I’m putting on the island. Just because everyone else that does islands didn’t think ahead like I do, doesn’t mean an island is a bad idea 😊

[@KipdoesStuff]

Damn right! All these people telling you that you will fail is counter productive.

[@ryanhoward1013]

Mr. Bealy Good if you want a damn it's your pond and I'm behind you 100 % just becareful of those snake I don't like them bastarders lol

[@Todd.Roberts]

Im scared of that lol

[@BealyGood]

@@Todd.Roberts 🤣🤣🤣

[@JCrook1028]

Oh come on now! Don't tell the internet that they don't know better than you do before they even see what you're building! How Dare You! :)

[@airsearch1]

I think it's pretty cool having an island in the pond. I would want it large enough that I could put a picnic table and fire pit on it and then be able to set up a tent to camp overnight on.

[@briansponenberg2341]

Love the Drone footage . thank you for including it , abd THANK YOU Mr. Bealy

[@BealyGood]

You’re welcome

[@larryperdue508]

Needs a flag pole and a flag that says belie good farms 🚜 👏 👍 😉

[@jimwood5112]

Love this I am building a small duck Island at my pond. You are a smooth operator with the bucket for sure.

[@markmcclendon2474]

love you folks great job - Jeff will be known to me as , Gilligan

[@NanaWildflowers]

I never thought I would enjoy watching a video like this. I think its fascinating to see a dam and pond being built. Can you post a video when the pond if filled? I'd like to see the finished project. Thank you.

[@jbbrown7907]

When you dig a pond for me the two features I want are an island and a drain so I can drain the pond ocasionally. 5 to ten acres seems to be a good size.

[@pinwizz69]

Mr. Bealy is going to have to build a pontoon boat to keep that Island mowed and spiffy. There's lots of videos on KZbin how to build them using blue plastic barrels, pvc pipes, plywood and other items. With a small trolling motor for propultion. Also to get some amenities like chairs, bbq grill, table and other items. I'd suggest an A frame poles to swingr off into the water or a water slide. Or both. Anyways, Chris is doing an outstanding job shaping up that former Forrest into a pond. I wonder what the Bealy's will name it.

[@KipdoesStuff]

Could probably keep it looking okay with a weed trimmer. DO you think he is going to live on that island?

[@comtnman8158]

Chris “ I just dig the dirt” Amen brother. And a what a great job you do digging dirt!!

[@Todd.Roberts]

Not to brag or anything but I get to watch the magic in person

[@AzKaraokeVic]

That island needs to be a little bit bigger with a nice big tree on it. Perhaps Jeff can get one of those big tree trucks to drop one right in the middle. Then they would have a nice place to have a picnic.

[@richardschipper5989]

bigger for sure

[@michaelmullins1290]

That grading bucket has been such a great buy. Mr Bealy will have many videos of him hauling a mower to the island to mow.

[@buzzydeft]

I can't wait to see this pond when it is complete. I have saved a fortune on movie rentals watching letsdig18...

[@michaelschuenemann3505]

Building a NICE Little Island and Moving Dirt ! Great Long Video and You got a Lot done - its looking Good but more Dirt to be moved ! Many Cheers from us in Australia !!!!

[@julianljackson]

The Island might be a safe place for Water Fowl to spend the evening and not worry about predators having them for a late night snack. There is another KZbinr in AL that just built his 5 acre pond and he had an island created for the reason I just mentioned. Chris another great pond.

[@frankhurley9684]

Hi Chris, Frank from Liverpool UK. You should look at the island as a haven for wildfowl, even of it is left for long periods between maintenance it should appear aesthetically pleasing.

[@talibirkmanis5727]

Another great sculpture by Chris , should look great if looked after which I'm sure "Bealy Good" will !

[@buds.8645]

Awesome video Chris! The island would be a great place for a lighthouse or a one hole golf course - with a LD18 flag - and a huge water hazard.

[@marksaunders2500]

Hi from uk Chris 👋👍 not be long now till this one is completed and ready for the hosepipe to be turned on 🤣 can't wait to see how that island looks once pond up there, and it's nice to see the 220 and drone have some mutual ground and can get along together now 👌 been some great footage on this pond build thanks to Mr Bealey 👌 thanks for your time be safe and see you soon 👍 👋

[@danl.909]

Once again, amazing skill and productivity.

[@robertday0552]

This guy could ice a cake with the grading bucket, pure class.

[@spencer6764]

Island needs a Duck house or hut with storage on one end to store a mower. And then he will need his Jon boat to get back and forth.

[@dderbydave]

I like this channel. I learn stuff. I can change all the filters on a digger, oil the arm, dig up good soil, start a fire in a storm and measure grade. Not hugely helpful for a carer of a disabled kid who works part time in a supermarket but hey! it broadens the mind.

[@wb8ujb]

Another large job, but coming together with your vision. Thank you for taking time to explain what you did, what you're going to do. It helps us couch monkeys understand. Appreciate you sharing your life with us.

[@flyinghigh4549]

Love your channel Chris. At 4:35 you just came up with a new shirt... I just dig the dirt. LOL

[@danielelwell2571]

A good place for fishing, you could build a nice fishing hut. Good time to put foundations!

[@terrybrockway5376]

Island Maintenance located in a pond. Use a small float to transport Mower to the island. It gets to be a pain after a while.

[@Muffinshaker]

An island without a palm tree is not an island … it’s also needs to be posted “Hawaiian Shirts Only” 👏👏👏👏👏

[@kevinlecavalier3377]

Amazing workmanship. This ability to think 3 dimensional with the grading bucket is so cool!!

[@melissachilders8386]

There is a pond in my area that has an island. For years it was grass but they went in ripped all the grass out..put up a beautiful gazebo and surrounded it with an amazing ROCK garden with some boulders..etc. They also added a swinging bridge from the bank to the island. All the ducks and wildlife seem to like it..well the owner said they did. Maybe Jeff will come up with something different..if grass then I would put in me some FAKE turf grass..lol. Looks good Chris. 👍

[@splatterize]

clover is really good ground cover and doesn't have to be mowed.

[@snappingbear]

@@splatterize It is for a short time, but it doesn't last. Native plants and grasses always take over.

[@chuckbearden9709]

That’s a little lake . Good Lakeside. With a smile 😊. Great Job . Nicely done.

[@donaldcason163]

I have enjoyed watching this pond construction. Every one of the processes are interesting to watch. Watching you grade down the slopes of the dam is my personal favorite. Thank you for good entertainment Chris. 👍😎🇺🇲

[@millers29]

I think the island is a great idea and would be a grate place for a Gazebo and it should have a pier installed for whatever water craft will be use to reach it. for mowing a 2cycle gas weed eater or battery powered mower could do the job

[@deldickerson8749]

I checked Google Maps and they have the island identified as Bealy's Folly.

[@jwdickinson643]

when this project is finally complete, you or Jeff HAVE to post an update video a year after just to see the enormity and beauty of this amazing project! PS Chris, did you get your time capsul to drop in? 😁😁🤣🤣

[@BeytekinConstructionMachinery]

Robinson Cruso Island! 🍍🏝

[@michiganengineer8621]

Might not be a bad idea to seed and straw the island even before the pond starts to fill. Maybe even a foot or two below the projected waterline to hold the dirt in place and help prevent weeds from taking over.

[@catgynt9148]

Perhaps if they were to plant a couple oak trees on the island, far enough apart to hang a hammock at a comfortable height. Seed it with clover for a nice green surface that does not need mowing. Eventually nuisance squirrels captured in have-a-heart traps could be released on the island. Thanks for sharing this wonderful video Chris. Make this a terrific weekend. Cheers

[@jeffwisemiller3590]

I thought a couple fake palm trees would fit the bill.

[@keepingdistance4404]

Squirrel Island!

[@rmc119]

Oak Island

[@actuallowroller]

The 5 acre pond is coming along very nicely. Excited to see what's next. Thanks again for taking the time to record.

[@JCrook1028]

8 scoops with the grading bucket to a full truck vs 12 digging bucket scoops. Yea I'd say the grading bucket holds a tad more! :)

[@larryconley9438]

Nice island Chris , he will be calling you to help cut the grass or make the island bigger great videos keep up the good work

[@douglasmiller7618]

Keep the water around it deep enough to choke out the cattails. Now dig in a large junction box six inches above dirt . The perfect duck blind.

[@jackdawg4579]

islands are good for geese, somewhere to roost where foxes etc cant get them and they will keep it pretty mown down as well, only need the occasional tidy up with a whipper snipper.

[@johnpierce1251]

Chris you were most definitely born to operate heavy equipment you clearly have the touch awesome island stay safe my friend

[@chrisbartrum3201]

It's quite poetic, Chris. The daily account. The bloke who don't get there was an ancient river ran right through his property, right there in that soil-ful place. The coup de grace for me was the 'jump on the small dozer' for some late-day dam grading; cos the lights getting lower and lets you see the ground better.. I guess. Being no expert, of course. Another great week of entertainment, LD. Thank you, that dam's going nowhere.

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

All that hard work now it starting to shine, excellent work Chris.

[@jamesbreault5762]

Looking mighty fine Chris👍👍👍

[@hentycatsanctuary2951]

If i had a pond with an island it would have been big enough to build a small shack on the island and a jetty or bridge going out to the island, but im sure most folks do not have that much room and just want an island for birds to use as an escape from predators, and to make nests, looking realy good , thanks for sharing.

[@patrickcolahan7499]

Pond in looking great, but with all due respect, the island looks more like a pimple in the pond instead of an island. Would be nice to have it large enough to put a cabana and a small dock on it for outings and to make it easier to maintain it. But I am not from the South East, it may just turn into a snake haven for all I know. Thanks for sharing.

[@jcadult101]

Something that small, just hit it with a weedwacker. If you want to get fancy, B&D has a weedwacker mower attachment, 3-in-1 (MTC220)

[@williamgreen4757]

I like the long videos. Make the Island figure 8 shaped or with a cove.

[@davidprocter3578]

Problem with earth islands in big ponds is that they are prone to erosion planting willow iris reeds or rush will protect the shore line. Iris would be the least problematical , tends not to grow in water more than 12 inches deep and is not as tall as reed and rush which will grow in much deeper water and are very much taller willow planted every seven feet will bind the island together planted every two feet would provide you with a live timber fortress in twenty years which might be of some benefit in future if life gets any rougher. depends what you want to use the island for. The soils you have been digging through are all alluvial deposits most likely from one of the past ice ages the areas of deep topsoil would have been ponds or marsh that have silted up over the years and dried out which explains the lack of stones. by the way this is to both you and Bealy.

[@BealyGood]

Interesting info. Thanks 😊

[@stevedoty5841]

Good afternoon, waiting for rain up here in Iowa. Ahhh an island. Great work, lots of getting ready for the lake work.

[@paulprigge1209]

Hopefully you got it. We didn’t south of you Missouri . Tri-state area Illinois Missouri Iowa

[@Dumplin42]

Seems like the track loader might be a good addition to the fleet out at the Beeley-Good pond build.

[@mslorry3420]

Terrific day at work! You did a fine job getting a lot of ends together to head for the finish line. Don't think I've ever seen a pond with an island but we're going to see one soon.

[@paulprigge1209]

Then go to Bama Bass.

[@heatherlane9270]

The peace of the bush early morning is serene. Accomplished lots on this sun up to sun down work day. Island looks nice. Yes you just dig the dirt nut how you do it is amazing. Thanks for the cometary and ccs.

[@QuarterAcre]

Plant a couple tree saplings on the island to help shade out the undergrowth. Probably would only have to mow it for the first few years until they become established. (He can hang a hammock between them eventually.)

[@terryrogers1025]

If that’s what the client wants and it’s within one’s power to get it done, and all problems/ benefit that’s involved have been explained, well sir, getter done and it belongs to the client when done. I do like the rear drop shape though. Thanks for the ride along sir.

[@garywalton7176]

Looking better and better every day..you're definitely talented! Good Job !

[@kevinwilliamson2064]

A palm tree and a putting green. How about an underwater walkway to the island? About 6" to a foot below full pool so you can wade out to it.

[@smjhobbies4527]

Beautiful work. It doesn't look like a 5-acre pond it looks like a 3 Acre pond maybe four at the most. So that's a good thing in my opinion

[@Highvoltage764]

thats what ive been think myself

[@ryanhoward1013]

Personally I think it looks small. I would double the size and depth and then I'd be happy 😊

[@BealyGood]

@@ryanhoward1013 Until you get double the bill 🤣🤣🤣

[@JCrook1028]

I think they worked out the final size is gonna end up about 4.5. Won't know for sure til it's done.

[@kimsapp1791]

The island is what I was most curious about, thank you for the commentary. It was really interesting watching you create it..

[@ProudPapaw88]

The island will be a safe haven for the ducks and geese. A place they can nest away from the coyotes and foxes. They can also raise little ones there.

[@JCrook1028]

coyotes swim...

[@brianshanahan6196]

One Really nice Pond dam Chris . Well done !

[@brettscott4064]

Would’ve been great to poke a ring of stumps into that island’s base for the fish, like a crown of thorns under water. Got the memo for an island too late though I guess😉🇦🇺

[@joelwatts2792]

Your doing a great job on the island 👍👍🏝🏖

[@scalp684]

I think it will be a beautiful pond..... Great job....... Bravo 👏

[@rickymorris4849]

i want to see it full of water.Nice job Chris

[@kneedeepinit]

I would pack down the island and then install green outdoor carpet on it

[@tomswindler64]

Don’t you think that the island is a little small,I was thinking about 3 times that size you have there.just my opinion of course.good video,as always your killing it 😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@KipdoesStuff]

More than enough room on that island for a Volvo 220 excavator with room to spare. NOt like they will be out there having picnics all the time.

[@74_Green]

Bigger the island, bigger the problem... Islands are never usually a good idea and require regular maintenance. You'll find Chris usually takes out islands.

[@doritleis2773]

A Island in the 5 Acre Pond to building ; a Ingenuity Idea! The Island with great Rock to Decorate, the Highlight from the Pond!!!! Then Form You the Dam and Shore with the Dozer. A great Daywork from You. 💪👍👌🏝️

[@dennisc9907]

I'm really liking these drone shots this channel just keeps getting better.

[@BealyGood]

Thanks 😊

[@keepingdistance4404]

@@BealyGood Your drone work raises the video appeal. Chris needed a drone pilot for when his hands are full of big yellow machine.

[@snappingbear]

@@BealyGood I knew you wouldn't pass that up. That's why I didn't post to say who was responsible for the drone work. 😋

[@BealyGood]

@@keepingdistance4404 I told him I’m available 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@fredoropesa4939]

A man with a vision one bucket At a time

[@gregoryburton4328]

Great camera, and drone footage.thanks for the video.👍🙏

[@edwin3741]

Love watching you do great work

[@glynngrauer3962]

I love all the camera angles

[@jcadult101]

We had a pond in the city park where I grew up with a large island full of ducks. Keeps them safe from the wildlife.

[@williamd6967]

Looks like a perfect way to get rid of a bunch of unneeded dirt 18!

[@glendahandley6266]

Looking good but the inland needs to be bigger hope they can seat on it without falling in the water js 😆

[@DMAN10]

Insta-islands by LD18…lol! Inching closer to the finish line…one bucket at a time. Thanks for sharing Chris!

[@tjjewell4115]

Chris, very nice Island, good job.

[@nelsonannett5427]

going to be a awsome place nice work guys. cheers.

[@meowwl]

Plant a few smaller types of tree on it, and it'll be really picturesque, reflecting in the still water, of a morning...Not to mention it'll be a haven for wildlife.

[@Le_Comte_de_Monte_Felin]

Just needs the SS Minnow beached on it to be a 'real' island... well, that and Tina Louise ...

[@dennis2376]

She did not like the island. :)

[@johnmarlin4661]

plant a palm tree LOL

[@donnamullins2089]

Will the island be the future snake habitat? Mowing with a weed eater is the best way to go for the island. Chris you did a LOT of work today. I would say get some rest this weekend but I know you will be out bright and early tomorrow. Good video. Chris Thank you, We finally had rain in Texas 1 inch at my house was a relief and a high of 91 was like a spring day.

[@marklawrence2592]

amazing work Chris island look great could you show us wot buttons do on levers watched a few videos trying 2 work ot wot you press does wot many thanks mark England

[@SMSabriIsmail]

Have you seen Chris video on the excavator controls a couple years back? *Backhoe VS Excavator Control Patterns* - kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5OQaaVoiLamnck - 18:35 215k 2019-03-31

[@KG-yn9qi]

Seen others do a trick with a mud flap ! You attach a flap just above the main pin of stick. Use bolts w/flat plate for ease of replacement. Make flap (custom cut ears to cover and clear where needed) as wide as possible and long as needed to cover the quick release attachment. This will keep dirt from falling out of bucket when curling, back into pins & swivel joints etc.. will not interfere with thumb!

[@craigwavra3495]

Always impressed with your progress!! Enjoy seeing the piles of dirt, that means we get to ride along in the dozer.

[@lonnielengkeek7]

Well the islands a good idea, the Beavers need a place to get out of the water(lol) I think it could be a little bit bigger but what do I know good job Chris

[@SudheendraKaranam]

Mr. Bealy Good must be so happy with the island 🏝- hopefully he has plans for it which I can see in his channel in years to come

[@michealfarley9423]

Great time moving dirt as always!! Keep up the great coverage and awesome content!!! Needs an island shed with solar charge for electric weedeater!!!! But do fully agree will be a nightmare!!

[@williamhenderson9535]

Chris, "I just dig the dirt"! Lol. Well, he is a "civil engineer, mechanical engineer, mechanic, farmer and more"! Got to love it, Chris!!!

[@dennisamidon171]

I think you better put grass hut and 2 or 3 palm trees on the island you are putting in. Ow Yar don't for get the boat dock.

[@svt89]

It cost me 10k to get a 1.5 acre pond built about 12 foot deep . Normally here it’s about 20k . Took 4 days for them to do it ran into a repair issue . Wouldn’t be shocked if it cost them 60-100 k to have this pond built if not more .

[@k4x4map46]

Well, the drone footage had perfect timing; wanted a 'map view' of the Bealy Burrito Island!! Easier to see if ya back on up creep on in with the zoom then slide to the side but certainly getting much better for sure staying away from the jerky jerky footage!! A++ Netflix gonna be calling ya who gonna mow the grass!!

[@rideshareafterdark5827]

I would love an island, but i may have to settle for a wide moat. :-) And yes, a drawbridge will be a must!

[@catgynt9148]

Gators or piranha in the moat?