Literally thousands of small ponds dot the landscape of Alabama. These ponds are used for dozens of purposes including sediment retention, water supply, livestock watering, aesthetics, aquaculture, heating and cooling buildings, and of course recreational fishing. The links below contain information developed at Auburn and elsewhere on the best approaches to the construction and management of ponds primarily for recreational fishing and ornamental uses. Where applicable we have also included lists of consultants and sources of materials needed for pond management in Alabama*.

*Lists on this site do not indicate endorsement of a particular supplier, consultant, or brand name by Auburn University or the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.