Stock ponds and water features built from scratch — excavation, dam construction, and spillway design for North Texas properties. Lonestar Land Pros serves Melissa and the entire Texoma region from our base in Sherman, TX.
Melissa sits along US-75 in Collin County and has grown significantly as the DFW metroplex pushes north. The town is surrounded by a mix of new subdivisions and rural acreage that still needs professional land work.
Properties in the Melissa area include both small residential lots on the edge of development and larger rural parcels. Landowners here often need a mix of services — clearing, grading, and fencing to prepare land for construction or improve existing properties.
Melissa's growth trajectory makes it one of the most active areas for land improvement in the region. New buyers purchasing acreage need full-service support to go from raw land to a finished, usable property.
Pond construction involves site selection, excavation, dam building, and spillway construction to create a functional stock pond or water feature on your property. We evaluate soil type, water sources, and terrain to determine the best location and design.
A well-built stock pond serves multiple purposes — livestock watering, wildlife habitat, irrigation, recreation, and property value. We handle the complete build from initial site assessment through finished pond, including clearing the pond site, excavation, dam compaction, and spillway construction. Proper engineering is critical — a poorly built dam can wash out and cause serious problems.
Lonestar Land Pros is based in Sherman, TX and serves Melissa and the surrounding Collin County communities. We bring the full range of our land services to every job — not just pond construction.
We're a turnkey land improvement company. From clearing and mulching to dirt work, fencing, ponds, and ongoing maintenance — we handle it all. One call, one company, start to finish.
Stock pond costs depend on size, depth, soil conditions, and site preparation needed. A basic 1/4-acre stock pond typically starts around $5,000-$10,000. Larger ponds with significant excavation or dam work cost more. We provide detailed estimates after a site assessment.
Clay soils hold water best, and much of Collin County has suitable clay content for pond construction. Sandy or rocky soils may need additional work or a liner. We assess soil conditions during the site evaluation and will let you know exactly what to expect.
Most stock ponds take 3-7 days of active excavation work, depending on size and soil conditions. Site clearing and preparation may add additional time. Weather can also be a factor — wet conditions can delay earthwork. We'll give you a realistic timeline during the estimate.
In most rural areas of Collin County, small stock ponds on private property don't require permits. However, if your property is near a waterway or in a floodplain, additional requirements may apply. We can help you navigate the specifics for your location.
Contact Lonestar Land Pros today for a free, no-obligation estimate on your Melissa property.
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