Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.


In most states construiction crews are required to erect silt fences to prevent
blowing dust from affecting nearby streams and/or proproties. If this has not
been done, and you have a dust problem related to a construction site, I would
recommend that you contact the consultant on the project and complain about it.
If you do not get a satisfactory resolution, then you should contact your state
environmental protection agency and file a formal complaint. The expressway near
my home is undergoing a $300 million renovation which should last until the end
of next year. The construction company has erected silt fences to prevent dust
from blowing into our neighborhood. It apears to be fairly effective, because
we don't see a lot of dust resulting from the construction work.

How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.
The construction is on a hill behind us with a road between us and the hill.
I know they are suppose to keep the site watered down but they are not
consistant with that either. I have called once (last summer) when they
started cutting into the hill to make a road. This summer they are making
streets off that road than will begin home construction. After that is done
they will be widening the road right behind us.
One thing we've tried was AccuClear, we had reasonably clear (not perfect
but better than it was) water for about a day Can't put that stuff in
everyday too expensive and probably not real good for the pond and fish on a
daily basis.
"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.


In most states construiction crews are required to erect silt fences to
prevent
blowing dust from affecting nearby streams and/or proproties. If this has
not
been done, and you have a dust problem related to a construction site, I
would
recommend that you contact the consultant on the project and complain
about it.
If you do not get a satisfactory resolution, then you should contact your
state
environmental protection agency and file a formal complaint. The
expressway near
my home is undergoing a $300 million renovation which should last until
the end
of next year. The construction company has erected silt fences to prevent
dust
from blowing into our neighborhood. It apears to be fairly effective,
because
we don't see a lot of dust resulting from the construction work.

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
news
How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.

A silt fence prevents dust from blowing off of a contruction site onto adjacent
property. This really is something that the construction company is likely to
be required to do. Nearly all states require dust control at construction sites.
If they aren't doing it, you should file a complaint, and keep complaining until
the issue is resolved. I know I would. But that's just me.

Here is a picture of a typical silt fence:

http://www.b4ubuild.com/photos/footing/foot_007.html

Although it says it is for muddy runoff, it is also used to help minimize
wind-blown dust. In addition, they should water down the site regularly. Your
state air pollution regulators should have some information that will help you
deal with the issue.

The construction is on a hill behind us with a road between us and the hill.
I know they are suppose to keep the site watered down but they are not
consistant with that either. I have called once (last summer) when they
started cutting into the hill to make a road. This summer they are making
streets off that road than will begin home construction. After that is done
they will be widening the road right behind us.
One thing we've tried was AccuClear, we had reasonably clear (not perfect
but better than it was) water for about a day Can't put that stuff in
everyday too expensive and probably not real good for the pond and fish on a
daily basis.

I wouldn't be using a product like that except under exceptional circumstances,
certainly not on a regular basis.

"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.


In most states construiction crews are required to erect silt fences to
prevent
blowing dust from affecting nearby streams and/or proproties. If this has
not
been done, and you have a dust problem related to a construction site, I
would
recommend that you contact the consultant on the project and complain
about it.
If you do not get a satisfactory resolution, then you should contact your
state
environmental protection agency and file a formal complaint. The
expressway near
my home is undergoing a $300 million renovation which should last until
the end
of next year. The construction company has erected silt fences to prevent
dust
from blowing into our neighborhood. It apears to be fairly effective,
because
we don't see a lot of dust resulting from the construction work.

Thanks for the link. Yes they have a slit fence up but further down the hill
from where they are actually working.
I agree regarding the accuclear, we don't want to use it on a regular basis.
But would like to figure something out to keep our pond from looking like a
mud puddle. All that dirt can't be good for the fish.
Our deck furniture is also a hideous mess! Goodness I hate this!
"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
news
How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a
slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.

A silt fence prevents dust from blowing off of a contruction site onto
adjacent
property. This really is something that the construction company is
likely to
be required to do. Nearly all states require dust control at construction
sites.
If they aren't doing it, you should file a complaint, and keep complaining
until
the issue is resolved. I know I would. But that's just me.

Here is a picture of a typical silt fence:

http://www.b4ubuild.com/photos/footing/foot_007.html

Although it says it is for muddy runoff, it is also used to help minimize
wind-blown dust. In addition, they should water down the site regularly.
Your
state air pollution regulators should have some information that will help
you
deal with the issue.

The construction is on a hill behind us with a road between us and the
hill.
I know they are suppose to keep the site watered down but they are not
consistant with that either. I have called once (last summer) when they
started cutting into the hill to make a road. This summer they are
making
streets off that road than will begin home construction. After that is
done
they will be widening the road right behind us.
One thing we've tried was AccuClear, we had reasonably clear (not perfec
t
but better than it was) water for about a day Can't put that stuff in
everyday too expensive and probably not real good for the pond and fish
on a
daily basis.

I wouldn't be using a product like that except under exceptional
circumstances,
certainly not on a regular basis.

"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out
of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to
clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but
once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish
unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If
anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3
bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for
winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the
charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.


In most states construiction crews are required to erect silt fences to
prevent
blowing dust from affecting nearby streams and/or proproties. If this
has
not
been done, and you have a dust problem related to a construction site,
I
would
recommend that you contact the consultant on the project and complain
about it.
If you do not get a satisfactory resolution, then you should contact
your
state
environmental protection agency and file a formal complaint. The
expressway near
my home is undergoing a $300 million renovation which should last until
the end
of next year. The construction company has erected silt fences to
prevent
dust
from blowing into our neighborhood. It apears to be fairly effective,
because
we don't see a lot of dust resulting from the construction work.

George wrote:

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
news
How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.

A silt fence prevents dust from blowing off of a contruction site onto adjacent
property. This really is something that the construction company is likely to
be required to do. Nearly all states require dust control at construction sites.
If they aren't doing it, you should file a complaint, and keep complaining until
the issue is resolved. I know I would. But that's just me.

Another thing to consider, depending on your geographical location, is the
potential health hazards of blowing dust. In the southwest, there is a
fungal disease called "valley fever" which is most often spread when dust
is raised. The spores reside in the soil you see, and when dust is
stirred, so are the spores. Inhaling the spores can cause the disease,
particularly in those new to an endemic area. I grew up in one such area
and still have to explain to people where I live now (granted the disease
is much rare here, but still somewhat present) why I so hate it when the
winds kick up dust.

And even if you aren't in those areas, dust is often bad for people with
respiratory problems. So, I'd side with George here. Keep filing
complaints about the dust. Perhaps get a local news station involved.

potential health hazards of blowing dust. In the southwest, there is a
fungal disease called "valley fever" which is most often spread when dust
is raised.

Wow, the stuff one learns on rec.ponds, and silt fences were new to me too.
They recently did one on some local construction above a natural water way.
My reaction was, that isn't gonna hold anything back, but if they dug it in
as described, I'm sure it did and/or would have, had we rain during the
project.

The spores reside in the soil you see, and when dust is
stirred, so are the spores.

I live in a dusty area also, wonder if there is anything in Columbia Basin
top soil? I've lived here forever, perhaps I'm immune?

To the OP, regarding the "Charcoal" actually it is activated carbon, sorry
to be nitpicky, but when I see or hear it called Charcoal, I think, "That's
what goes in your BBQ, not your pond filter." ;o)

Activated carbon in a fish pond has a very short life span. I think it is 1
month if you use 1 lb per 400 gallons, using the premium stuff of virgin
coconut carbon. There is no way to clean it affectively, though power
washing and baking "supposedly" will extend it's life. The smell while it
is baking isn't worth the savings.

In your situation with a pressurized system, I think I'd go down and
purchase a small submersible pump and run it into a pot filled with the
quilt batting already mentioned. Type of pot I have in mind can be seen on
my website at the bottom of *My Filter* page. Enclose the pump in mesh
basket as shown on page 7, bottom right of *My Pond Photos*.

I sympathize with your situation as we went thru the same 6-9 years ago
right behind us, and we were downwind of all the dust/sand. Grit on the
deck/patio & furniture all the time. Luckily my filter did it's job, and
now days all the lots are finally filled with houses & lawns. ~ jan

See my ponds and filter design:
http://users.owt.com/jjspond/

~Keep 'em Wet!~
Tri-Cities WA Zone 7a
To e-mail see website

Thanks for the link. Yes they have a slit fence up but further down the hill
from where they are actually working.
I agree regarding the accuclear, we don't want to use it on a regular basis.
But would like to figure something out to keep our pond from looking like a
mud puddle. All that dirt can't be good for the fish.
Our deck furniture is also a hideous mess! Goodness I hate this!
"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
news
How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a
slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.

A silt fence prevents dust from blowing off of a contruction site onto
adjacent
property. This really is something that the construction company is
likely to
be required to do. Nearly all states require dust control at construction
sites.
If they aren't doing it, you should file a complaint, and keep complaining
until
the issue is resolved. I know I would. But that's just me.

Here is a picture of a typical silt fence:

http://www.b4ubuild.com/photos/footing/foot_007.html

Although it says it is for muddy runoff, it is also used to help minimize
wind-blown dust. In addition, they should water down the site regularly.
Your
state air pollution regulators should have some information that will help
you
deal with the issue.

The construction is on a hill behind us with a road between us and the
hill.
I know they are suppose to keep the site watered down but they are not
consistant with that either. I have called once (last summer) when they
started cutting into the hill to make a road. This summer they are
making
streets off that road than will begin home construction. After that is
done
they will be widening the road right behind us.
One thing we've tried was AccuClear, we had reasonably clear (not perfec
t
but better than it was) water for about a day Can't put that stuff in
everyday too expensive and probably not real good for the pond and fish
on a
daily basis.

I wouldn't be using a product like that except under exceptional
circumstances,
certainly not on a regular basis.

"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out
of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to
clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but
once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish
unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If
anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3
bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for
winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the
charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.


In most states construiction crews are required to erect silt fences to
prevent
blowing dust from affecting nearby streams and/or proproties. If this
has
not
been done, and you have a dust problem related to a construction site,
I
would
recommend that you contact the consultant on the project and complain
about it.
If you do not get a satisfactory resolution, then you should contact
your
state
environmental protection agency and file a formal complaint. The
expressway near
my home is undergoing a $300 million renovation which should last until
the end
of next year. The construction company has erected silt fences to
prevent
dust
from blowing into our neighborhood. It apears to be fairly effective,
because
we don't see a lot of dust resulting from the construction work.

George wrote:

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
news
How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.

A silt fence prevents dust from blowing off of a contruction site onto adjacent
property. This really is something that the construction company is likely to
be required to do. Nearly all states require dust control at construction sites.
If they aren't doing it, you should file a complaint, and keep complaining until
the issue is resolved. I know I would. But that's just me.

Another thing to consider, depending on your geographical location, is the
potential health hazards of blowing dust. In the southwest, there is a
fungal disease called "valley fever" which is most often spread when dust
is raised. The spores reside in the soil you see, and when dust is
stirred, so are the spores. Inhaling the spores can cause the disease,
particularly in those new to an endemic area. I grew up in one such area
and still have to explain to people where I live now (granted the disease
is much rare here, but still somewhat present) why I so hate it when the
winds kick up dust.

And even if you aren't in those areas, dust is often bad for people with
respiratory problems. So, I'd side with George here. Keep filing
complaints about the dust. Perhaps get a local news station involved.

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
news
How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.

A silt fence prevents dust from blowing off of a contruction site onto adjacent
property. This really is something that the construction company is likely to
be required to do. Nearly all states require dust control at construction sites.
If they aren't doing it, you should file a complaint, and keep complaining until
the issue is resolved. I know I would. But that's just me.

Here is a picture of a typical silt fence:

http://www.b4ubuild.com/photos/footing/foot_007.html

Although it says it is for muddy runoff, it is also used to help minimize
wind-blown dust. In addition, they should water down the site regularly. Your
state air pollution regulators should have some information that will help you
deal with the issue.

The construction is on a hill behind us with a road between us and the hill.
I know they are suppose to keep the site watered down but they are not
consistant with that either. I have called once (last summer) when they
started cutting into the hill to make a road. This summer they are making
streets off that road than will begin home construction. After that is done
they will be widening the road right behind us.
One thing we've tried was AccuClear, we had reasonably clear (not perfect
but better than it was) water for about a day Can't put that stuff in
everyday too expensive and probably not real good for the pond and fish on a
daily basis.

I wouldn't be using a product like that except under exceptional circumstances,
certainly not on a regular basis.

"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.


In most states construiction crews are required to erect silt fences to
prevent
blowing dust from affecting nearby streams and/or proproties. If this has
not
been done, and you have a dust problem related to a construction site, I
would
recommend that you contact the consultant on the project and complain
about it.
If you do not get a satisfactory resolution, then you should contact your
state
environmental protection agency and file a formal complaint. The
expressway near
my home is undergoing a $300 million renovation which should last until
the end
of next year. The construction company has erected silt fences to prevent
dust
from blowing into our neighborhood. It apears to be fairly effective,
because
we don't see a lot of dust resulting from the construction work.

How would a slit screen help with air born dirt? I have never seen a slit
screen so I am asking out of ignorance.
The construction is on a hill behind us with a road between us and the hill.
I know they are suppose to keep the site watered down but they are not
consistant with that either. I have called once (last summer) when they
started cutting into the hill to make a road. This summer they are making
streets off that road than will begin home construction. After that is done
they will be widening the road right behind us.
One thing we've tried was AccuClear, we had reasonably clear (not perfect
but better than it was) water for about a day Can't put that stuff in
everyday too expensive and probably not real good for the pond and fish on a
daily basis.
"George" wrote in message
...

"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.


In most states construiction crews are required to erect silt fences to
prevent
blowing dust from affecting nearby streams and/or proproties. If this has
not
been done, and you have a dust problem related to a construction site, I
would
recommend that you contact the consultant on the project and complain
about it.
If you do not get a satisfactory resolution, then you should contact your
state
environmental protection agency and file a formal complaint. The
expressway near
my home is undergoing a $300 million renovation which should last until
the end
of next year. The construction company has erected silt fences to prevent
dust
from blowing into our neighborhood. It apears to be fairly effective,
because
we don't see a lot of dust resulting from the construction work.

Some on here use filters with quilt batting, which is pretty effective at
removing fine debris. It can be gotten at WallyWorld. It will clog fairly
quickly and is not easy to clean, but it is that easy to clog, that makes it
work. I think it is fairly cheap. Maybe one of them will jump in with the
details.
--
RichToyBox
http://www.geocities.com/richtoybox/pondintro.html
"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.

Sounds like might work but maybe not for our filter. Our filter is one of
those pressure filters. It has a gage on top to tell us how many psi are
going thru' we usually get about 5 psi which might really do a number with
quilt batting. Is there some along the same track that could hold up against
the pressure in the filter? I do think that is what we need something that
will hold on to the really fine debris like dust. Any suggestions on
something to in between the charcoal bags?
We hope to get a different filter some time. This filter is a pain, easy to
take apart but a bugger to get sealed up so it doesn't leak! That is why we
don't rinse off the charcoal sacks very often.

"RichToyBox" wrote in message
news:QaXOc.65860$eM2.63627@attbi_s51...
Some on here use filters with quilt batting, which is pretty effective at
removing fine debris. It can be gotten at WallyWorld. It will clog
fairly
quickly and is not easy to clean, but it is that easy to clog, that makes
it
work. I think it is fairly cheap. Maybe one of them will jump in with
the
details.
--
RichToyBox
http://www.geocities.com/richtoybox/pondintro.html
"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3 bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.

Try putting a tub full of the quilt batting at the discharge of the pump, on
top of the waterfall, or wherever the water leaves the pipe to go back into
the pond.Allow the water to drain through the batting and exit through the
bottom of the tub.
--
RichToyBox
http://www.geocities.com/richtoybox/pondintro.html
"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Sounds like might work but maybe not for our filter. Our filter is one of
those pressure filters. It has a gage on top to tell us how many psi are
going thru' we usually get about 5 psi which might really do a number with
quilt batting. Is there some along the same track that could hold up
against
the pressure in the filter? I do think that is what we need something that
will hold on to the really fine debris like dust. Any suggestions on
something to in between the charcoal bags?
We hope to get a different filter some time. This filter is a pain, easy
to
take apart but a bugger to get sealed up so it doesn't leak! That is why
we
don't rinse off the charcoal sacks very often.

"RichToyBox" wrote in message
news:QaXOc.65860$eM2.63627@attbi_s51...
Some on here use filters with quilt batting, which is pretty effective
at
removing fine debris. It can be gotten at WallyWorld. It will clog
fairly
quickly and is not easy to clean, but it is that easy to clog, that
makes
it
work. I think it is fairly cheap. Maybe one of them will jump in with
the
details.
--
RichToyBox
http://www.geocities.com/richtoybox/pondintro.html
"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out
of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to
clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish
unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3
bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for
winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.

GoldLexus, Don't fret over the health of your fish! The muddy water is
actually
good for them ... and Koi at least, much prefer muddy water. The Japanese
grow their Koi out in muddy water.
I do realize that you want to see your fish. Just thought I'd ease your
mind

Nedra
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Pines/4836
http://community.webshots.com/user/nedra118


"RichToyBox" wrote in message
news:hzXOc.223291$XM6.8610@attbi_s53...
Try putting a tub full of the quilt batting at the discharge of the pump,
on
top of the waterfall, or wherever the water leaves the pipe to go back
into
the pond.Allow the water to drain through the batting and exit through the
bottom of the tub.
--
RichToyBox
http://www.geocities.com/richtoybox/pondintro.html
"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Sounds like might work but maybe not for our filter. Our filter is one
of
those pressure filters. It has a gage on top to tell us how many psi are
going thru' we usually get about 5 psi which might really do a number
with
quilt batting. Is there some along the same track that could hold up
against
the pressure in the filter? I do think that is what we need something
that
will hold on to the really fine debris like dust. Any suggestions on
something to in between the charcoal bags?
We hope to get a different filter some time. This filter is a pain, easy
to
take apart but a bugger to get sealed up so it doesn't leak! That is why
we
don't rinse off the charcoal sacks very often.

"RichToyBox" wrote in message
news:QaXOc.65860$eM2.63627@attbi_s51...
Some on here use filters with quilt batting, which is pretty effective
at
removing fine debris. It can be gotten at WallyWorld. It will clog
fairly
quickly and is not easy to clean, but it is that easy to clog, that
makes
it
work. I think it is fairly cheap. Maybe one of them will jump in
with
the
details.
--
RichToyBox
http://www.geocities.com/richtoybox/pondintro.html
"GoldLexus" wrote in message
...
Our pond has been reasonably clear until this week when construction
started
up on the hill behind us. Anyone have and suggestions? OR are we out
of
luck
until construction is over (in about 4 years!)? The pond tries to
clear
up
at night, we are able to see the fish at least by the morning but
once
construction starts up the water is so bad you can't see the fish
unless
they are really close to the surface. GRRRR I hate progress! If
anyone
can
suggest how we can get it at least a little bit clearer I would be
forever
grateful.
Thanks!
btw. We have an activated charcoal filter....we rinse the filter (3
bags
of
charcoal) only once a season (we use a different pump/filter for
winter)
would cleaning the filter help? Are we suppose to replace the
charcoal
after
a period of time or is rinsing it all we need to do? This is an
inherited
pond so we are learning how to care for it.