Pond Site Selection Worksheet
This printable pond site selection worksheet helps fish farmers, pond owners and managers compare possible pond locations. Fill in each line by hand. Keep finished copies with your farm records for easy reference later.
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What you fill in
- Candidate site name
- Water source
- Soil type notes
- Drainage area description
- Slope and shape
- Access and utilities
- Permit concerns
- Overall site ranking
How to use this worksheet
Work down the lines and fill in what you know. Leave a line blank if you need to look something up, then come back and finish it.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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