On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 1:17:04 AM UTC, sfrazi wrote:
Hi,

I am having problems in trying to remove a concrete pond that was built
by the previous owners.

I have drained the pond using a water pump and drilled a number of holes
at the bottom of the pond using a jack hammer. I thought this would have
meant any remaining water would quickly drain away, instead the
remaining water is still there. In some instances I have drilled at
least 7 to 8 inches below the concrete and the water just ends up
filling the hole I created.

Is this expected? I have little knowledge of landscaping so was hoping
for some advice.

I want to completely get rid of the pond and blend it in with the rest
of the lawn but am worried this area will get waterlogged without
adequate drainage.

Thanks

Break & remove the concrete, and the result will be like the rest of the lawn /if/ its all at the same level. If its low lying, then as someone said the pond was likely put in to make something nice of a waterlogged mess. Another option is land drainage.


NT