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V V." im ..f ‘■■f-r!Am the large amount to be excavated, it is suggested that the ponds be dug out with either a dragline or 2 to 3 yard backhoe on tracks. Generally, ponds are constructed to provide water for live stock, fish and wildlife, recreation, fire control, or aesthetic related uses. The unfortunate feature of a pond is that it is a body of water in which drowning can occur. Brownings are the outstanding non-motor-vehicle cause of accidential deaths among people in active age groups, especially children. Some Safety Recommendations Are: 1. Post warning signs near each pond. These signs should be adjacent to each pond telling all who come near what the extreme depth of the pond is. The pond should be constructed with 4:1 side slopes on the uppermost portion of the pond, as illustrated on Fig ure 4. This flatter slope will reduce the chances of someone accidently slipping into the pond. Since this is predominantly a residential area, it is suggested that a low fence be installed around each pond, thus reducing the chances of unsupervised toddlers from accidently wandering into the ponds. These recommendations may not completely satisfy the requir- ments of local laws. EVERY POND OWNER SHOULD CONSEL with an attorney to determine: - his liability in case of serious accident or death at his pond. - legal requirements pertaining to precautions and safety at ponds. The privilege of having a pond on his property give the owner additional responsibilities. POSTING THE POND AGAINST TRESPASSERS DOES NOT RELIEVE THE OWNER OF THESE RESPONSIBILITIES. Each pond owner has the MORAL obligation to his family, friends, and neighbors |«.^W V '} ' . i ‘^1 f \ i r -i ■ ‘ I hN'l I mJ' •>i< to make prevent provide ient le' large e: The max imum su: safe co; owner s.