Installing The Beach To Finish Up The Massive Pond

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[@JGW5303]

You definitely need to come back to this one once it’s full. I would love a series on all the ponds you’ve done in the past.

[@K7DFA]

@JGW5303 : I'd kinda like to see that, too, but it'd probably take Chris about 10 years to get all of them "in the can", unless he suspended all other operations! 😁😁😁😁 "FAT CHANCE" of that, since the excavation business is the real "money machine", and Chris' real passion. Besides, I'm pretty sure that some of those property owners, would decline having their pond recorded.

[@mossyslopes]

Would be nice if he even got a few photos of it full

[@Todd.Roberts]

That beach looks great . Once the grass grows up around the pond it will look even better .

[@chosen1one930]

It a extremely long process because people don't have a clue what their doing when growing grass, the majority at least. The big problem with trying to grow grass after a pond build is the raw compaction from all heavy machinery. The soil is literally compacted so tight roots have a hard time growing. Once it looks like you have decent grass, it will wilt or die during summer heat because there is barely any root system. You also have to amend the soil and put nutrients into the soil since soil lower lower in the ground has little to no nutrients, that's why tree roots stay in the first 1 to 3 feet of soil.

[@chosen1one930]

I will never understand why people get beaches on a pond. The sand will only end up in the pond eventually due to heavy rain. I would rather have a island putting green, astroturf because I wouldn't be lugging a 15K greensmower on a boat. A nice big patio with pavors and granite, maybe a small beach for kids nothing big

[@K7DFA]

@@chosen1one930 : "I will never understand why people get beaches . . . . " I'm sure you're correct about the sand, although I'm also certain that Chris knows how to minimize the erosion, and has done what he can, within budget, and reason to that end. PS: Recent articles I've seen online suggest that "astroturf", while "low maintenance ", isn't even close to "environmentally friendly". Of course, hauling a 25k mower out to that island isn't likely to be back muscle, or wallet "friendly", either! 🙂

[@briand.3552]

It is nice to see this pond completed! That was fast! I truly enjoyed watching this transformation.

[@johnroberts8475]

I can't get over how deep and how steep the dam walls turned out, looks fantastic Chris.

[@fearmeknot588]

I want to see it in three years?

[@skayt35]

A slope of 1 : 1.5 is ambitious. Best practise would have been to limit the steepness to 1 : 2. Chris compacted it very well, but this pond might still need more frequent maintenance, and will definitely require higher efforts when having to repair erosion.

[@larryriffett918]

I know Chris is a pro didn't see whole build just him raking top. This thing is gonna hold a huge amount of water & that dam doesn't look anywhere near wide enough to do so I guess time will tell. The back side looks like it needs to be three times the size 🤔🤷

[@K7DFA]

@@larryriffett918 : You're absolutely correct about one thing, sir; "Chris is a professional." The actual height of the dam is ≈ 10 feet above the original grade it's built on. The apparent height is from the collection of the material for that ≈ 10' x ≈ 400' dam, the core of the dam, and the top ≈ 10'(?), of the island, from between the island, and the "dam". 🙂 In other words, the "pond"/lake (take your pick), is more of a hole than it is superstructure of the dam.

[@T3RS1]

My first reaction was: Wau Amazing! My second reaction when I seen how steep that dam is (it's not even wall it's a F-ing dam) ... I was like who the F build a lake so high up the hillside! It looks ugly as F compared to surrounding terrain! Just look how much space is left under that dam to nothing. Don't get me wrong that job is well F-ing done but that owner should picked up different place to build a f-ing dam.

[@haroldhawkins9370]

Very nice job on this pond Chris, the beach looks nice.

[@TrevorDennis100]

The drop off at the end of the beach is super steep. I wonder if the owner will mark that somehow? I suppose you can drown as easily in six feet of water as a hundred.

[@kennethstaszak9990]

@@TrevorDennis100 An important consideration is that a person/animal can get exhaused trying to climb the slope to get out. That's when the likeliness of drowning increases.

[@tyenbreck1]

Top notch job! Who else wants to see this a year from now!?

[@danyarbrough7847]

This was an impressive engineering achievement Chris. Your attention to detail is incredible. Really enjoyed watching this project on you tube. Thank you for sharing your skills with all of us.

[@megandawntoo]

Well, Chris, it is that time of year again! I would like to thank you for the hours of enjoyment you bring to this old operator, D7 is my favorite, many hours spent on one. Would like to wish you and your family a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a SAFE and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

[@ranger2316]

Those are the cleanest, shiniest dump trucks I've ever seen. Nice job on this project... what a vision you have for layout, grade and final finish.

[@excavatortrucking]

Occupational health and safety would be having heart failure.

[@mlbabineaux]

Epic dirt moving and sculpture, Chris !

[@paulh8789]

It's been a pleasure watching this pond build! Job well done sir!

[@robmatthews7972]

Looks like the sand I have in my N. Fla. yard below the 4 inch topsoil and 12 inch root mat. You sure do stay on your toes to adapt to changes in the job site. Best Christmas wishes to you, family, Winston, Sunday, Elvis and all the little mo-mooos at the Farm.

[@Manoffire260]

Love the tailgate on that blue dump.

[@philrodger6445]

A project like this needs a 90 min to 2.5 hr compilation video that shows the entire build with a bunch of time lapses. That would be much more satisfying and watchable.

[@jafo9346]

Merry Christmas to you LD18 ! This mega-pond project with your mega-island is a great way to finish out the year!

[@davidgrant7851]

Another amazing project. Merry Christmas to you your family and KZbin crew. Thanx for all you do to keep us entertained.

[@johnohalloran1773]

Happy Christmas to you Chris and all the family, thank you for all the great videos through the year, that kept me sane

[@standillon8439]

MERRY CHRISTMAS CHRIS: Great job on the beautiful pond . Keep up the great work. Looking forward to meeting you someday.

[@davidepool5884]

That’s a top notch job on the pond, mulching and beach. I don’t think anyone could have done a better job. Merry Christmas Chris.

[@DMAN10]

What an epic build!! 🙌🏻 So much material moved…most impressive. Thanks for taking us along for this ride Chris!

[@garydillon3960]

Chris, You did a great job on the pond. One beautiful piece of work. Merry Christmas.

[@74jojo]

Great project. 👍 Yes, hope we get to see Justin, he's such a great guy Merry Christmas, Chris! 🎄

[@Manoffire260]

Merry Christmas to everyone!

[@donnamullins2089]

Beach and pond looks good . Another great job Chris. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

[@paulirving4151]

Congrats Chris. You do some awesome projects, keep up the good work.

[@mariebennett5739]

Hi Chris great job We don't see John on your projects anymore is he still operating watch everyone of your videos with interest Regards Les

[@colinkennedy8730]

Chris used to work for Uncle John but now runs his own business

[@hydraulic-hum]

you are a whiz with that skidsteer.. finishing touches look awesome, fantastic job Chris

[@deernutOO]

Big thumbs up on yet another great accomplishment. Was very happy to get to go along through this entire project.

[@gtnaylor5870]

Thanks for taking us along! Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Sleekfalcon]

Looks amazing. And already starting to fill up. What a way to end the year!!

[@davidmays5231]

You did a phenomenal job on that project Chris.😊

[@twodogsandtheirfamily]

Definitely need to come back when it's full!

[@mattbolton8230]

Merry Christmas from Australia Chris, great job entertaining us throughout the year. Best wishes to you, your family, and the team 🎄

[@robnewell6123]

Beautiful job Chris! That first step off the beach will be a deep one. Incredible amount of material moved, wow. Hope you and family had a nice Christmas.

[@ronaldheit196]

Absolutely no doubt that this pond will be a good fishing hole and a nice place to practice scuba diving given its depth. Property owner has to be really happy he hired Chris Letsdig18 to build it. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to Chris and his family. As well as tonall my fellow Letsdig18 subs.

[@randycarpenter2914]

Looking good. I hope to see it when full. It is a quality job well done. The owner should be pleased with it for years to come. Merry Christmas, Chris, and happy New Year.

[@garymessina1609]

The pond looks great beach is turning out too thanks Chris great video great to watch on Christmas Eve

[@doritleis2773]

Chris from this Pond Planing, the Building with the Island, the great Dam and to last the Beach building all in Exklusiv Execution! I must say You the Pond building Master. Thanks for all Videos. I wish You and your Family Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, with great and Interesting new Order Booked. 🎄🎁🎉

[@user-fe4nl9is1x]

Well Chris that was fantastic watching you construct the pond dam enjoyed every minute. Have a great Christmas and new year and look forward to more videos.👍🇬🇧

[@thomasbrown9047]

Merry Christmas to all ! Love the videos and as 🎉

[@prodkey]

You are an inspiration sir! A huge job well done. Merry Xmas to you and yours!

[@terryrogers1025]

Couldn’t think of a better way of presenting a gift then putting the bow (Sandy beach) on the gift, (pond and dam). Most excellent finish to a great project. Thanks for the update, Merry Christmas to you sir.

[@excavatortrucking]

This is why I started watching this series. I've always loved these types of earth-moving jobs.

[@RobTuck1475]

Merry Christmas Chris!!! Hoping your family have a great holiday!! Thank you again for sharing another awesome project. Stay safe my friend.

[@vborg001]

Awesome project....Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

[@tjjewell4115]

Extremely awesome job Chris, you do fantastic work. I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

[@jenniferbutcher8393]

Heck of a big deep lake, looks great! Merry Christmas to you and yours ! ❤

[@jameskaufmann4260]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family. Enjoy watching your videos everyday. You are a real professional! Be safe and looking forward to what you have for next year.

[@donmiller8186]

Merry Christmas, Chris, everybody.

[@rondierckens6618]

Can't wait to see a follow up when it's all grown in an full of water. Looks awesome Merry Christmas

[@heatherlane9270]

The culmination of a huge project - looks fantastic. Nice beach - skilled swimmers bit big for beginners. Would be good to see in a few years.

[@leoford3741]

merry Christmas Letsdig18 team,,, yours and Bealy good videos landed on Christmas Day here in New Zealand,, kinda an awesome prezzy for us kiwis,,, THanks,, also thank you for all your content this year, it's been truly awesome and I really appreciate you and all you do😊

[@markjenkins7969]

Nice work Chris, it looks awesome and thank you for taking us on that journey, merry Christmas 🥃🥃

[@RGB06084]

Congrats Chis! Nice pond!

[@JohnLloyd-zn3xn]

Job well done Chris,merry Xmas and a happy and prosperous new Yr.from the U K.

[@charleswelch249]

Great to see the final job done. Looks awesome and can't wait to see the Nex job. Merry Christmas Chris

[@janlesinski4719]

Amazing pond, great job

[@mikeburnett7028]

WOW dude, terrific pond. Can’t wait to see it full with grass all around

[@jean-robertbourbonnais6279]

AWESOME JOB Chris and your team .. just WOW !!! Merry Christmas to you and your family .. 🍷🍷👍

[@maryloudamarino4079]

Congratulations on a spectacular job. Well done. Enjoy your holiday!

[@waldo3023]

Impressive build huge look like volcanic caldera WOW. Unbelievable.

[@kaiolsen3841]

Hi Chris I hope you and yours have a great Christmas and get some much deserved rest. Thanks for all the viewing pleasure you have given me and my grandson over the last year and I hope you have a very prosperous New Year🎉

[@bosshogg3548]

Job well done 👍🏻 merry Christmas 🎄

[@user-gd4ex8sf4w]

MERRY CHRISTMAS Chris to you and your family Love your videos

[@dougnorton5143]

That pond needs a boat ramp! I see jet ski races in there😂

[@stanleymartin1613]

Turned out pretty nice. Happy Holidays. Enjoyed watching ✌️ 😎

[@dillabetes]

I know it isn’t always possible, but it would be neat to be able to see the progress here after you leave. One of the reasons I’m really enjoying the Bealy Good project. Awesome work, as always!

[@oleran4569]

Really nice job! Merry Christmas Y'all!

[@Vickie-Bligh]

What a beautiful sight. You do such magnificent work. Quickly done with the right equipment and assistance. I do hope it fills soon for the owner, that beauty deserves to be full. Thanks for sharing with us all, Chris.

[@excavatortrucking]

This is why I started watching this series. I've always loved these types of earth-moving jobs.

[@roberthill6393]

Merry Christmas Chris! Looks great!

[@5fingers1]

Happy Christmas and thanks for all the videos this year 👍

[@sandie062985]

Great job Chris and Merry Christmas to you and all your family

[@byronrobinson8633]

First time seeing this pound and it looks like the Great Lakes. It’s huge!

[@johnleonard5323]

One more really amazing piece of work. I do love to watch and learn. I wish I could have you in Texas.

[@kennethcollard3123]

Merry Christmas, thank you for all your shows.

[@jim6682]

Great job as always Chris. Hope you bring us back to see it when it's full of water.

[@rogerdalebone]

Looks beautiful Chris. Merry Christmas.

[@199randomhero]

Absolutely incredible job! Bravo, those damn walls are so steep, yet turned out great

[@markbridle9329]

Happy Christmas Chris, thanks for another years great videos, best regards from England.

[@BrewdasDM7419]

I think there needs to be some topsoil and sand on top of that island. Maybe a few plastic coconut palms. And some pink flamingos. 🤘😎

[@TheHepps123]

That is fantastic, and huge ! must be visible from space ! Well done !

[@rickywallace98]

Merry Christmas to you all have a great new year YOUR THE BEST

[@yorwerthedwards1045]

Merry Christmas Chris and a happy new year Nadolig Llawen🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@kevinkenyon7045]

Chris beautiful project, that’s going to be a lot water! Thanks for sharing! Kevin

[@billbray5995]

Somebody is gonna drown or run off the edge of that steep pond. Your talent with dirt is amazing.

[@kenguier8464]

Merry Christmas Chris. May you have a safe and enjoyable holiday season...

[@leoncolyer9420]

Merry Christmas and a happy new year to everybody on this channel 🎁🎄🥳 from Victoria Australia 🇦🇺

[@kevinmurray7135]

Yup that’s some good looking sand almost like desert colored sand nicely 👍😎🇺🇸 NY (the whole pond is awesome 👏)

[@ianparker3486]

Great job Chris the lake looks amazing

[@burnleystarman2294]

Quite an accomplishment. That was a hell of a lot of dirt you shifted. Merry Christmas.

[@paulcooper9135]

Meŕy Christmas... Pond looks awesome!

[@u2laughnz]

Well done, watching your work is so peaceful.thank you. i wishes you merry Christmas and happy new year to you and family .👌👍

[@RobertKohut]

Amazing!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! 🙂

[@katherinerose446]

Merry Christmas Chris to you and your family 💝

[@clifforddgreen1296]

Wow what is super great job Chris, just can't wait to see it when it's all done in full thank goodness you had Barney's big brother to help you out and get a lot more done and also that 330 made things a lot faster would also like to wish you a very merry Christmas to you and all of your family God bless all❤❤

[@spencer6764]

The Grand Canyon came out Awesome!! Thanks for sharing 👍 Merry Christmas Chris From the Spencer's in Kansas

[@kathyw1710]

Merry Christmas. Thank you for your videos. I really enjoyed them. God bless.

[@pezaostu5009]

That’s certainly an impressive looking pond! The only time I’ve ever been involved in creating a beach on a lake over here in the UK, we buried an inspection chamber under the sand so the owner could do a proper treasure map for his kids with X marks the spot. 👍

[@KevinCoop1]

In 5 years someone might get to lay in the sand next to the water. Merry Christmas Chris and family!

[@doug9418]

I am impressed with the total size of the dam, and the size of the hole. The job is done, and you did it very well I would add. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ThatOneGuy-ot1qd]

Turned out great Chris! Beautiful work my friend!

[@TheJachega]

this is why I started watching this series. I've always loved these types of earth moving jobs.

[@Jammer.1]

Job well done & looks great !