Swimming Pond Cost
Swimming ponds cost $30,000 to $80,000 total to build. Natural swimming ponds recharge themselves so they don’t need filtering. They’re natural and blend in with your landscape. They also don’t usually require any chemicals or additives.
Human-Made Pond Cost
Artificial human-made ponds don't have a standard size or shape and therefore cost anywhere between $500 to $50,000 or more. Cost factors include the type of liner, size, type of materials, amount of labor, and any additions.
Cost of Building a Farm Pond
Farm ponds cost an average of $5,000 to $20,000 or more. They’re essentially for farm animal use. They’re used for livestock and occasionally as part of an irrigation system.
Backyard Pond Costs
A backyard pond could cost $500 for a simple garden design and up to $25,000 for a complex, larger body of water. Be sure to check with your neighborhood codes or HOA before beginning, or call a pond installer near you for more details.
Lake Construction Costs
Because lakes vary so drastically in size, you could pay anywhere from $5,000 to $10,000 per acre. Interestingly enough, the difference between a lake and a pond is the depth of the water, not the surface area. Lakes have something called the aphotic zone, an area that sunlight can’t reach. When building a lake, you can expect much higher excavation costs to go that deep.
Fish Pond Price
A standard fish pond costs between $4,500 and $30,000. Fishing ponds are created specifically to stock with fish, often for the sport of fishing. You’ll often need a fairly deep pond with adequate room and the correct ecology to maintain the fish population.
Koi Pond Cost
The cost to build a koi pond spans from $5,000 to $30,000, but with upgrades can easily hit $55,000. These are special bodies of water that require more setup and maintenance.
The fish need to live in an area that is at least 3 feet deep. Depending on the climate, you might also need a heating system for winter. An electrical system like a generator, filter, and heater keeps the water and heat moving.
Pond Maintenance Costs
You’ll spend $1,500 to $2,000 every year for maintenance. This price includes the replacement of chemicals. You’ll want to keep the pond clean, chemicals refilled, and any fish fed. You may also want to have your pro inspect any moving parts, like pumps. You’ll also want to inspect and replace any heating units or current generators.
Cleaning
You’ll pay $300 to $1,000 for a pond cleaning by a professional. They’ll clean the water, rocks, and pumps after draining the pond of any water.