Will I have Enough Clay For This Massive Pond Dam? I'm Getting Worried

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[@Dontworryboutit315]

Going back to your 220s are going to be an adjustment! Awesome of Tim to stick around and help out, he definitely deserves a stay in the cabins when they get done

[@DoubleMFarmHomestead]

As an old man who has run backhoes and mini excavators all my life, I am just blown away by the amount of dirt you guys have moved in such a short time. Now I'm going out and use my "towable trencher" with it's 13" bucket to load a half ton of dirt in my "mini dump truck".😁😂🤣

[@charlesswhitlock]

That little trencher made a nice pond for you. Good videos, I can't wait to get my little digger out again.

[@gerardocabrera3787]

Can you dig it...⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@Cedarsman.]

👍👍😂😂

[@papabearcamaro]

Camera placement, drone shots, and editing were superb in this episode. 👏👏👏

[@tomrogers9467]

Those drone shots were fantastic! I just had to set one as my wallpaper!

[@CraneGer21]

It really is nice to see, I started a similar view but from a cranes perspective, feel free to check it out good sir

[@raycollington4310]

Some really good camera angle and drone footage in this one Chris, Steven Spielberg job, thank you. This 550 is something else, I surprised its weight allowed it to cope so well in these conditions. Going back to the 220 mini-digger is going to slow you down.

[@CraneGer21]

It really is nice to see, I started a similar view but from a cranes perspective, feel free to check it out good sir

[@pinwizz69]

I really like how Chris explains the methods and untracies of what he's doing and the equipment he's using. Like the bucker setup. It's a big part of what makes his channel so successful I'm sure.

[@bruces2665]

he is so knowledgeable

[@cember01]

I totally agree. He's talking/explaining almost constantly. Then he takes a break every 10 minutes or so and gives a wider review of what he's done and plans to do next. Good stuff.

[@cotontop3]

Watching this video really puts into perspective what we got done! I shoulda kept up with how many times I heard, "we gonna need more dirt" 😂😂😂, I was thinking for a minute that there wasn't going to be enough clay in North Carolina lol

[@terrypomatto907]

That is going to be a big and deep lake when it gets filled. It is amazing the amount of dirt you are able to move as fast as you are building the dam. I hope to see the end product full of water.

[@simon2428]

Robert has become a very good operator, he has the speed balanced well with being smooth and steady which gets the job done efficiently with low wear and tear on the machinery.

[@richardboyd1076]

The video showing the bucket view dumping into the truck is awesome. It also shows the skills of the operator to put the load into the truck and not excessively overflowing the bed!!

[@dirtfarmer7472]

Yes that was interesting, almost made me dizzy to watch. Maybe Chris will remember this when he gets to another job That truck is sure bouncing around

[@jefferyyoung6836]

Whoa I thought someone spiked the coffee, I’m dizzy for sure

[@CraneGer21]

It really is nice to see, I started a similar view but from a cranes perspective, feel free to check it out good sir

[@jpetton]

That 550 is a MONSTER! You need a bigger haul truck.

[@patriciabockenstette6550]

Chris, this old lady just loves watching the great job you and your team accomplish cooperating with each other. You have a real rhythm working together. I have to tell you that the view from each piece of equipment really gives a nose view that helps this viewer get a feeling of the enormity of the job in progress. I have my computer screen set as big as I can get it to see the dirt moved. It's almost like I can smell it too. Your videos just get better and better, especially the drone views showing how much work is getting done. The volume of dirt moved is amazing and exciting to watch the job from each piece of equipment. Thanks so much for sharing and hope you and your team all stay safe.

[@ryanhoward1013]

Hi Chris, have you ever thought about the ponds that you have built. They could be in history books of the towns that they are in. Your legacy will live on for a long time. Thank you for sharing your life with me. You're the best operator ever, and I love watching you

[@gerardocabrera3787]

Awesome....totally agree 👍

[@Vickie-Bligh]

This is such an interesting build. I'm glad you got the big gal in to help you with moving dirt and I loved your explanation about what would make an appropriate & efficient combination of bucket and stick. I know nothing about construction or earth moving, but I have learned how good operators work from you. Thanks for the education, thanks for sharing this build, thanks for being here.

[@bihtmhe]

The 550 makes it very efficient! Almost 30 tons loaded, moved, dumped and spread every five minutes by three guys. I retired from 25 years of IT work. I don't know why but watching these videos is both mesmerizing and relaxing. Course, it may be because I worked construction in my teens and loved seeing physical results of what is being done. IT work is more ethereal so the satisfaction is just in completing a project, but you can always drive by a house, or a pond structure and know your hands made part of that happen.

[@marinussnijder7941]

I love to see you enjoying your new toy. This project is going 2 or maybe 3 times faster than it normally does . Great result 👍

[@johnroberts8475]

Geez Chris as soon as you put that drone in the air we all got the picture of just how big and deep this pond will end up. Your client has a wonderful piece of property and this "lake" will look real nice when things are green and finished.

[@dirtfarmer7472]

I wonder if the plan includes a housing addiction ??? I’m just curious is all that I can say.

[@DigginLife21]

🔥🔥🔥 GREAT TO SEE YOU AND TIM WORKING TOGETHER!!! Wish I could be there too💪💪💪

[@josephkrug8579]

A 550 with an appropriately sized long reach setup would be a scary toy for sure. I agree with others that you will miss that when you go back to the 220...granted it depends on the scale of the job if you will really miss it or not. But this was a fun set of videos.

[@youbuyweplant]

Incredible in action video Chris! Watching on my 75" Class Samsung Neo QLED 8K Smart TV I felt like I was right there on the job site. Great that Robert and Tim are there for this incredible pond project!

[@victorhorace8467]

That overhead shot was awesome. It’s amazing how much dirt that bucket holds.

[@bones2610]

That sure is a beautiful piece of property he has. It's going to be even better when the ponds are done and full.

[@STONEDay]

LOL. Government Juice = Tap Water.

[@csnelling4]

That was an excellent video Chris, camera angles, flypasts, and showing the magnitude of the site 10/10❤ Thank you Chris , a great days work by all. 👏👏👏👏👌🍺🍺🍺

[@AncientHermit]

Loved the crazy new cam angles, felt I maybe needed a seat belt at times.😀 One thing missing so far; there's not been any mention (unless I missed it) of plans for an overflow. 🤨I bet the box for that is going to be a belter, and so will the pipes I'd imagine. 🤔Oh well, will just have to wait and see where that all goes.🙂Thank you all for a grand day out.👍 Be well.😉

[@martin_mue]

Does GoPro sell that 550E selfie stick. Can't find it on Amazon.

[@arthurjennings5202]

Watching the dance of machines move tons of dirt is something beautiful. Great drone shots. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@mikewebb8456]

This is by far the show case video of your channel!!! Such an awesome job in every aspect ! Thanks so much for the ride along.. You've achieved so much with all your hard work, dedication and knowledge.. Can't wait for the next LD18 video ..👍

[@nathanragsdale4578]

Thanks Chris for all your content over the years.

[@StirlingLighthouse]

That was an epic shot from the boom cam. Very nice! Thanks Chris 🙏

[@nigelhales874]

Barney's earning his keep today

[@johnbulla8708]

IT'S A MASSIVE MEACHINE VOLVO 550. 5 1/2 YARD BUCKET. THERE NO WORDS. CAMERA DON'T DO IT JUSTICE AT ALL. MIGHT HAVE TO GET A BIGGER OFF ROAD DUMP TRUCK.

[@arkansas1336]

@John Bulla...with him 'over heaping' the bucket it's more like 6.5 cuyds.

[@glynngrauer3962]

Good morning Afternoon evening and good night all

[@wayupnort6271]

Just curious Chris but is there going to be a natural outflow or are you putting in an overflow at some point? Maybe I missed that in an earlier episode. Awesome work! It’s happening fast!

[@raypeoples]

Barney earned his keep today! and i must say the operator was treating him gently kudos to all operators today.

[@HammerPowered]

Gotta say, these are the kinds of days you wish every day would be like. Cooperative weather, everyone putting the work in and making a ton of progress. 3500 yards is a lot and that 550 makes it look effortless.

[@wayneullman5079]

The drone shots give a nice overview of the process. Not always possible unless you have someone available. So, much appreciated thanks.

[@larrylindsey1497]

Didn't see the overflow box and pipe on site yet. What's the plan I wonder?

[@dixiebourne752]

Chris you are a very special person you are always expecting ever move you make I am hiting 70 and I watch and listen to ever word you say keep up the great work.

[@davidketterman961]

Friends coming to help Friends. Really good-hearted men right here!!

[@stephengmeiner3264]

Crazy how high that GoPro was when you had it on the stick. It was almost like a drone!

[@terryrogers1025]

A couple of things I was thinking about, one was that the hauler, the way you were loading it, had to be grossing out at about 115-120k, I would think anyway, and that had to be compacting the living daylights out of that dam. Second thing is I saw pretty decent job of gate spreading off the hauler a time or two. That is going to be an awesome dam, no two ways about, thanks for the update sir.

[@everestyeti]

Bet you wished you had the 550 for BG's pond dam, it would have halved the time. Less time completing a job, what's not to like.🤗 That 220 looks diddy against the 550, shows what a beast it is.

[@jameshockey6916]

It's quite a fine balance choosing the right machine for each job, the 550 is an awesome bit of kit.. but when you take into account the moving and set up costs plus the ridiculous amount of diesel it burns sometimes its actually more cost effective to use a smaller machine which might take slightly longer but overall saves money

[@TheVideoSteve]

Long reach is best part of this machine, along with the huge bucket. Go Chris, Go...

[@kaboom4679]

" Government Juice " . Of COURSE it is just urea in water , both primary components of urine . That may explain a thing or two .

[@scrissman30]

That's amazing how fast you guys are moving dirt. That's gotta be one serious over flow also. That 550 is a beast for sure. The drone footage was great. Gave a very good prospective. Great job guys! 👏

[@davidepool5884]

I was thinking yesterday that it might be quicker to use the truck to move the dirt into place. That way you wouldn’t have been waiting on the dozer so much. I don’t think that dam could be compacted any tighter, it’s hard as a rock. I really like these long videos. I’m looking forward to seeing the rest of the videos on this pond build.

[@RUSTON51EVADP]

That dump cam shot over edge with topsoil makes that canyon position seemingly grand, I mean GRAND CANYON dizzying ,PHOTO AWARD CANDIDATE ps I almost fell over the edge

[@glennwolfe1663]

The drone footage shows the scope of the of the pond 👍👍👍👍👍😺🐺

[@heatherlane9270]

'Government juice' was put to good use - huge gain on the pond dam achieved. Drone footage was brilliant - certainly gave a clear indication on size between the 550 and Barney.

[@leannemccabeQLD2]

That first bucket into the back of Barney turned Robert into a “Bobble Head”. 😂 Poor Robert

[@MySynthDungeon]

Got to lov it ,,max each scoop, nice touch !! ,,Cheers!;-)!!

[@GoBlue79]

"I'll take three scoops, please" and a full skid of 'government juice!' LOVE this project - ! Totally awesome to fathom the amount of dirt being moved.

[@mattsutherland120]

Morning, thanks for sharing! Really enjoy this project mate

[@derrickpettit86]

Man Chris, that pond dam is massive, cameras do it no justice I know, pond master Chris is building another beautiful master piece, best videos on KZbin, I can watch your videos for hours Chris, thanks for sharing awesome videos, big ponds for big machines, Mr LD18 himself has it, 🇺🇲🤙💪✊👌

[@pinky2502]

Chris, timewise could you put a perspective on doing this job pre 550 and with 550?

[@photographyofmanitoulinisl1402]

wow that pond dam is huge, it is a good thing you decided to use the 550 for this job, instead of the 220. it would have taken a lot longer if you used the smaller machine. ne ways love your videos Chris, such amazing work, keep it up

[@patrickcolahan7499]

One heck of a lot of material moved on this day. Having the right equipment and right crew make a world of difference. Thanks very much for sharing.

[@lonnielengkeek7]

You guys are doing a hell of a good job, watching the Sun go up and the sun go down over there that's why you make the big bucks💰👍👌

[@larrybunch8190]

Really enjoy these Pond Build Videos, much more exciting than clearing trees. That Excavator is truely a Beast.

[@bigkeef-778]

You don't realize how big a 5.5 yd bucket is , until you see it over the top of the haul truck !

[@jameslecompte5100]

Government juice 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tomthompson489]

Oh Chris, did you know there’s seven types of dirt in the world and there’s seven different types of dirt that makes your body up think about that one. Catch you later.😅😅😅😊😊

[@lukemeisenbach1964]

Government juice is actually Smurf blood.

[@crdjeep123]

I can’t imagine how much a project like that costs

[@BealyGood]

The video quality looks great!!

[@dennis2376]

You are awaking, amazing. :) Have a Bealy Good day.

[@jefferygodwin1631]

Where ya going to put that overflow drain?

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

The Bucket Cam makes the off-road truck look like a little Tonka truck.

[@quaileggsvermont]

That stuff under the clay, would be good for a road base! Looks like it is crushed already! lol

[@quaileggsvermont]

Now he is cotton top, right??

[@brucemartin5510]

You might have enough if you'd quit spilling it! LOL

[@kirk467]

That pond dam is looking good Chris, that thing is going to have to hold a lot of water now that I’m seeing just how tall it is! WOW Great Job Letsdig18 (Chris)! Y’all be careful out there brother! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸 thanks for sharing my friend, Kirk from Louisiana! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@RaymondStarr007]

When this job is complete and you after give back the machine you will certainly going to miss her having her around in your fleet

[@46rambo49]

you damn near need an A60H or a Rigid to haul for that size bucket

[@williammccartney4833]

Yunz! in north cacalacky got the red clay up north here in pennsytucky I have seen blue ,red , green , brown even blackish I spent a few years around Fayetteville NC or ft Bragg dad was military always in the woods exploring it was reddish and sandy don't know if other parts of the region has other types that government fluid should be subsidized because they mandate it that is a big old girl your operating I ran a cat 335 back in late 90s for a week of two!

[@doritleis2773]

The Pond Dam to grow in first class Quality in the height. You Control all exactly, and from Day to Day come the Degree from this Pond more to Day. And by all this difficult Work make You unique Videos, how all Work stepp exactly to see. Thanks.

[@kjwoodlief]

Everything about this job is impressive. Men, machinery and dam.

[@randysmiththelubeguy]

I just thought of a great name for the EC550E! You should call it the "Gigantasaurus Rex" 🤣

[@chrisobergin3955]

That 550 is a dirt moving beast and is a BEAST to move from job to job. If you go back the delivery video you can see how it took an entire crew just to unload it. The scale of many of his jobs would make moves like that uneconomical. There are right sized excavators for the core of someone’s work that balance the time and cost of a move with the size of the job. With that said, what a cool monster that thing is!

[@Dan-ud8ob]

Up here in WI, that rock like layer , we call hardpan..could that be what it is ?

[@russellknight26]

Looks similar.

[@mastinfowler8225]

Wow Chris!..great camera position showing the bucket and the haul truck backing up..awesome..when you reach out to load the haul truck does the machine rock much?

[@scrappy7571]

At the speed your moving dirt on this one, the Bealy pond would have been completed in a week🙂

[@davidrobins4025]

A fantastic amount of dirt moved. The 550 really does the job. I'm impressed.

[@williamangus8163]

Looking good Chris. I’d love to spend a couple days working with you on a big pond job. Looks like fun

[@jaywhitehead5294]

Chris, if you had to choose, and money wasn't an issue, what machine would you want more a long reach like John's or a 550?

[@coblass]

Easily one of my favorite channels.

[@donnamullins2089]

Only Chris knows if there will be enough clay. Hardest working man I know. Thanks for the aerials. Just amazing at how much work you three did before lunch. Good video. See you at sunrise.

[@maxobara1496]

Barney’s got to eat more, needs to grow!!💪👍🇺🇸

[@schrap72]

I am officially calling the 550E "the Beast".

[@dav1dsm1th]

Excellent. Stay safe out there.

[@nandi123]

Chris is going to miss the 550, except for the DEF, when this job is over.

[@ajannielamin6427]

Put what Andrew has on his intro music beats

[@charlesswhitlock]

I timed you a few times, 2:10 to 2:24 per round trip of the truck. Loading the truck is 45 seconds lol. That is just impressive

[@Justalittleoutoftown]

Wish I could get Chris on my pond project. Maybe Mike will let me borrow man behind the scenes.

[@terrian1679]

Thank you and Mr Perfect for this competition of devices finslly some hills to work with mr 18 my teacher

[@account11455]

Chris, you have come a long way from your mobile home demolition jobs! We all enjoy watching and learning from you how to do a good job.

[@nigelhales874]

That's best loading dump truck bing above lot easier Chris

[@bwlyon]

Definitely gaining on it. That 550 is a beast! Amazing what you can do with 3 people and a plan.

[@juanwaller1942]

Poor Barney looks like a Tonka toy next to that beast

[@talibirkmanis5727]

Another great video , loved the drone footage and the huge bucket view !!!

[@nigelhales874]

My favourite you tube channel Chris