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Pond gallonage refers to the total volume of water a pond can hold, measured in gallons. Knowing the exact gallonage is essential for proper pond management, including chemical treatment, fish stocking, and pump selection.
The calculator uses the pond volume formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the volume in cubic feet and converts it to gallons using the standard conversion factor of 7.48 gallons per cubic foot.
Details: Accurate pond volume calculation is crucial for proper chemical dosing (algae control, water treatments), determining appropriate fish population, selecting correct pump and filter sizes, and maintaining overall pond health.
Tips: Measure the length, width, and average depth of your pond in feet. For irregularly shaped ponds, take multiple measurements and calculate the average. Ensure all values are positive numbers.
Q1: What if my pond is not rectangular?
A: For irregular shapes, divide the pond into rectangular sections, calculate each section separately, and sum the results. For circular ponds, use π × radius² × depth × 7.48.
Q2: How do I measure average depth?
A: Take depth measurements at several points across the pond (especially deep and shallow areas), then calculate the average of all measurements.
Q3: Why is accurate gallonage important for fish?
A: Overstocking fish can lead to poor water quality, disease, and stunted growth. Generally, allow 10 gallons per inch of fish for small species.
Q4: How does gallonage affect chemical treatments?
A: Most pond treatments are dosed per gallon of water. Under-dosing may be ineffective, while over-dosing can harm fish and plants.
Q5: What about ponds with sloping bottoms?
A: For ponds with significant depth variations, take multiple depth measurements and use the average. More measurements provide greater accuracy.