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When trying to manage an impoundment to be a productive sport fishery, water quality is one of the most important considerations.

Two characteristics that should be considered before constructing a new pond are depth and watershed.

Erosion typically starts small and increases over time. Here are some strategies using natural materials to reduce actively eroding gullies.

It functions as a trash guard that prevents large debris from flowing into and plugging a pond's overflow pipe. It deters beavers from plugging the overflow pipe. Such a barrier prevents grass carp larger than eight inches and adult game fish from leaving a pond through the overflow pipe.

If you see white surface crusting in areas of your fields, or if you see some areas that are wetter than others after a few days of rain, this could be an indication of a salt-affected soil.

Surface soil produces our food and is vital for life. This precious resource is often called "skin of the Earth" and, just like skin, it is important to protect and maintain its quality.

The contributions of soil organic matter and how to maintain or increase it.