Construction of ponds - Construction of dykes-Water inlet structures

Unit 5- Construction of Fish ponds

Construction of ponds

Construction of dykes and sluices
Water inlet structures
An inlet structures should provided through which water can be let into the pond. A proper inlet enables the quantity of water flowing into the pond, to be regulated, preventing the entry of undesirable fish and other aquatic animals and the escape of stoked fish. For small ponds the best inlet structure is p.v.c pipes of about 10-15 cm diameter with a control top and a screen basket.
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