Flooding Rains While Trying To Set The New 10 Acre Pond Overflow

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[@tomadelsberger6101]

Well done on getting something done even in the down pour That's what sets you apart from the crowd 👏 👍

[@CARRIERGUY]

Thanks for explaining stuff as you go along! Keep up the great work!

[@makingithappen5178]

This is truly a wet day. Even the water looks extra wet.

[@gail8494]

You did an excellent job of compaction with that sheep’s foot! Loving this job! Thanks

[@makingithappen5178]

I have learned about digging, so much so that I understand what and why. It's been a few years since you were "Lost in the woods with the Dozer". That's 12 years ago since I subscribed. Think how fast time passes when you have fun.

[@alanhumberstone9989]

After watching you for years I’m still amazed at how much you can get done in the day

[@derrickpettit3489]

Awesome work Chris, man for a 1 man show, you showed how it's done, for the conditions you were working in, you got a fair bit done, awesome video, it's coming together nicely Chris, thanks for sharing, look forward to seeing the next video 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@rhadden8976]

Hey Chris,one bright spot...all those heavy rains are helping wash off a lot of the mud splatter. 😆

[@nickchannel5364]

I like it when Chris throws things with the machine.

[@rmc119]

I bet he could toss horseshoes with it and win!

[@mslorry3420]

Doing good at keeping a strong pace. Covered a lot of ground for only being able to work between down pours. Thank you for all you do and for taking the time to explain why you do it that way!

[@paulprigge1209]

That’s the difference tween a true professional and someone who is not. That’s also why I would pay If I could afford it to watch someone like him work.

[@bernlew977]

@@paulprigge1209 u woukd pay me to work on ur wife i bet

[@douglasgallipeau6582]

That looks like a hell of a lot more fun and interesting than dipping out mud at the other job. Always interesting! Nice work chris.

[@ignacio9552]

When John was in the hole for the riser by the copper-dam, it really gave us a perspective of how deep it was. No wonder the riser is 12ft 4in. I can't recall you ever placing a riser that tall.

[@jcadult101]

I am so jealous, sitting in an office all day whilst you get to play in the mud! Any project I work on takes years to complete and I often never see the final result. Here you can sit back at the end of the day and admire the amount of work you've completed. Thank you for sharing that with us!!

[@lomni02]

Wow, nice equipment lineup Chris!, can't wait till the full season of digging...

[@AncientHermit]

That was a really productive looking day Chris. 😃Never mind the rain keeping you off for a bit, you made a lot of changes.😀 Thanks for the video. 🙂Be well.😊

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

Thank you, Chris. Thank you. These longer videos really make my day. They're so good. Thank you!

[@danielcohn-bendit701]

Looking around, I can’t help but appreciate how you’ve improved this pond. It looks great!

[@thomasyerbey337]

Chris you are very good at all this I always enjoy watching your videos learned something new 🇺🇲

[@frankh.valenzuelaabuelotej652]

Another Great video - even though the rain tried to dampen your spirits! Thank you for sharing.

[@latisimusd]

Nothing like those TN/NC late March rain storms (sudden cold heavy rain for 15 minutes every 3-4 hours). Such fine work on than dam rebuild in those conditions. As you said "not your first rodeo" - mesmerizing to watch. Thanks for a nice Sunday afternoon in the mud!

[@allenbeaulieu7077]

Great job Chris, especially fighting the heavy rains. Well done.

[@vinnyhern]

To begin with, the struggle with the skid steer is a testament to your excellent compaction skills. second, I think the different color dirt was probably what they used when the original discharge pipe was replace. keep up the good work!

[@prestonvaughn2078]

Can't even get away from the mud. Mud with John, mud here! At least there is less mud at 10 acre pond dam then at the 5-10 acres of mud you're sweeping up with John. Love how you power thru this stuff. Great work ethic!

[@randycharest4507]

I ENJOYED WATCHING THE VIDEO CHRIS 😊

[@hanshollander3745]

Hallo from Germany from Kakenstorf Hans und Oci 👍👍👍👍👍topp job👍👍👍👍👍

[@bobbaer869]

Great job Chris dealing with the rain and getting things accomplished. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@adriancartlidge4018]

Great video Chris. Take care.

[@trader4239]

That pitch was awesome 5:36

[@timgiven3826]

well done chris the dam is looking great. stellar video thank you

[@heatherlane9270]

Fun is not fun without a challenge and that is what this day brought to today's work. Of course the is not a problem for 'the mud man' Letsdig18!. This job is a biggie - enjoyable to watch the 'fun'. Love it.

[@kogerlaan]

While keeping my fingers crossed I look out for the next video...!

[@jamesbreault5762]

Looking real good Chris

[@clydeacor1911]

Even with all the setbacks you encounter you still do not fail to impress and always come out on top.

[@minadams2337]

What a sloppy day. Glad to see you are chuggin’ along and that you have help from time to time. Thank you for great videos!

[@TrevorDennis100]

All the years I have been following this channel, and I can't remember you ever needed to pile dirt in front of the tracks to stop the machine sliding. Looking at the size of the bucket full you tipped out @ 6:00 that would have taken some force to dig out of the dam. Especially after it had been packed so well with Justin's roller.

[@karenheartoriginal3783]

*2022 MUD CHAMPION* You’ve been up to your eyeballs in it all week between the two projects. And both of them have introduced me to new techniques that very interesting. Thanks!!

[@rondastump8930]

It doesn't matter weather conditions, you are so experienced you make a day count. Appreciate you explaining as you go! May God keep you safe!!! Great video as usual.

[@r1mein54]

The Pond Master has a tough day,, always hard working in heavy rain storms. You will prevail.

[@charlesdowdie121]

been waiting to see where the old drain pipes lead to. its always a mystery with old ponds and older buildings, no telling what you may find

[@wolphin732]

THe rain... gave your vehicles a very nice wash, getting rid of lots of the mud from them!

[@Johncfd82]

As hard as you had to work that skid steerer. Is a true testimony of your pond dam building skills.

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Awesome job in the rain, it is looking amazing.

[@keithphaneuf9146]

I am looking forward to ONE last really big lake/pond project where you and the family business combine / use all the equipment on your business stability & growth. ::-)

[@GoldsConcrete]

making the most of crappy weather ! Thats what we're all about, but it helps we're in a nice enclosed basement haha

[@scottfortune9016]

Busy rainy day. You got a lot done. Looking good Chris!

[@troyledbetter6597]

This has been so much fun to watch! I really enjoy your explanations! This is a huge project.

[@lkbrigg1]

Nice work even with the bad weather, you manage to get a lot done anyway.

[@Badgermatt-nc5nr]

I came up with a new company motto for you Chris, LD18 4M. Let's Dig 18, Mud Makes Me Money!!! LOL

[@DavidSmith-zr3nd]

It's all coming together. Looking good

[@danmcelroy6584]

Sweet! Sounds like a good watch coming up! 👍👍

[@simondixon2599]

Such a large amount of pre-planning ! Great Job !!!

[@thomasconstructiontexas]

Showing good skills working behind the 2 acres of pond and setting the box that close. You made it look easy but that takes experience .

[@jamesburgess7352]

Somebody got a new transit I see!!

[@Todd.Roberts]

Looking good . Can’t wait to finish the road on the dam

[@Scot_WestTexas]

There’s no way I’d ride shotgun in a dozer with you. I’d definitely have a heart attack. Your skills with heavy machinery is insane 😳

[@grumpyg9350]

Amazing work. What a blast to watch👍👍👏🏻👏🏻

[@thepostagestampranch9227]

Dang Chris! If it weren't for mud, you wouldn't have much to move! Excellent work as usual!

[@remiewatkins8032]

Awesome job love your work

[@SudheendraKaranam]

A lot got done in spite of downpour. Thanks for sharing

[@terryrogers1025]

Most generally a way if you have the will. Seemed to be the project for a rainy day and once again you find yourself playing in the mud, great fun.🙄😏😁thanks for the ride along.

[@phillippearson2596]

When you pulled up at the job site this morning Cris Those machines looked brand new (for a while),LOL. Thanks for sharing,stay safe.

[@waynewehunt4893]

Excellent...fingers crossed.

[@tomswindler64]

For the working conditions you accomplished quite a lot,it’s definitely coming back together.keep it up. Good video.👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@williamd6967]

The weather has just played hell on any effort to do anything 18.

[@wb8ujb]

Oh my gosh, from soupy juicy mud, to compacted clay that is almost concrete grade you sure have your hands full on this one. Nice work, still amazes me how you see the end result and work towards that end... Good video, Thank You for sharing it Chris..

[@christopherforster6555]

Well engineered thanks .

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Chris great video thanks for sharing! Kevin

[@juniorraines1042]

Enjoying the video on this project you do some great work

[@davidrice4172]

Great video Chris, Love the long ones.

[@craigwavra3495]

Here I thought you would be playing in dry dirt today and you still end up in soupy mud! Enjoyed the progress!! Almost time for the big toys again!

[@odonnellsaussiehomestead8257]

Did well Chris considering the weather 🥰👍

[@jimmycurran5355]

Awesome job.

[@joemc111]

Reminds me about that Job you and dirt perfect worked.

[@timmyfrierson2684]

Well Chris another great video my friend but I don’t know if I would’ve did that with all of that rain coming but you know what you’re doing and hopefully everything will go right for you tomorrow so you and John and yawls family stay safe and keep the videos coming my friend

[@mischef18]

Well for everything being so wet yo done well bro, made for a great video anyway. Can not get over how well that clay packed down. Safe travels

[@formhubfar]

I was laboring on a job site once and had a go in a Hitachi 320 and boy it was tricky, thats why I appreciate your skills Chris.

[@BeytekinConstructionMachinery]

Oh man, the day started very wet - bad for earthworks. 😬 But you hold your nervs and made the best as it was possible.

[@cozie8523]

going to look great when its finished

[@randycarpenter2914]

The clay packed very well hard as a brick. That's what you need for a good solid dam. I have a pond I wish you could fix. It's full of silt and top of dam is maybe 5 feet wide. It's 30 or 40 feet tall on back side and over grown with pines. It was dug with a d8 and they hit a spring in the bottom and stuck the dozer. It's close to 80 or maybe 100 years old. I was told it was originally 15 feet deep or more and has never gone dry. It's only about 6 or 7 feet now. It's in a valley and banks are very steep. I think it would test your skill for sure. Arkansas is a long way from home. Great work as always.

[@twodogsandtheirfamily]

I see from your sticker that you use NCB as well! They did a great job making my Duramax even better. Those guys are great!

[@carlmclelland7624]

Chris, between this job and the other 'pond job' you're working, we should change your moniker to, "Mud Logger 18." Whew! I don't envy your job, and at the same time cannot help but wonder... who else could do what you're doing?! I can't help but marvel at the job your doing. I can only hope - the next time I climb into my nephews 057-4, I can recall some of the tricks I've seen you pull off! Thank you, buddy..............

[@robertmotter4815]

Great transformation of the pond. Thanks for explaining things as you go. It makes things easier to understand, I have learned a lot since watching your channel. One question is what is the best small scale piece of equipment is best for starting out? My dilemma is skid steer, mini excavator, or just a larger tractor with backhoe?

[@andersblom9152]

Nice to c that the rain washed your Volvos :P

[@ipanzerschrecku4732]

looks solid

[@jcwest5964]

Great planning! Gotta love mud,

[@hirampritchard5588]

Wow, my head hurt from all that math to set the grade for the overflow box, pipe and pond level. 😆 Well done.

[@harrykeel8557]

More rain, more mud. To bad its not worth something, the mud, you and whoever owns the pond would be "filthy rich". 😁 Stay safe!

[@rabidbigdog]

What a nice surprise, arriving to clean machines though Chris.

[@bobbydawson7706]

Job well done 👍

[@larryperdue508]

Another great day of awesome sauce 👌 😎

[@pjs5191]

Kudos to you Chris, most guys would’ve seen that pouring rain and not even left the house.

[@stevekissel605]

Great video 👍👍

[@edadpops1709]

Haha “ dont poke a hole in there” 😆😆😆😆👍

[@jonlowe8727]

Man if I saw that rain pulling in I would have turned round and gone home 🤣 top content as always mate 👍

[@lukebonagura5265]

I am constantly amazed at how you guys can estimate these jobs and still make a profit. Some, like this job, are so complicated.

[@duaneayers6117]

Your getting closer and closer. It's shaping up.

[@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb]

Days like that I just get out the shovel, dig a few ditches to clear puddles and wait for clear weather. Learned just too many bad things happen trying to force work in inclement weather.

[@paulprigge1209]

He’s an artist with that machine!

[@roymagnus827]

Love the longer videos.

[@janlesinski4719]

Nice skills as ever