This field has changed so much from those early days of the beginning of this redevelopment. Oh that beautiful topsoil will make this pond look so pretty. The 350 and big bucket are doing a great job. Get well soon Barney.
It’s really amazing how you can turn a pice of “crappy unusable” property into something useful and beautiful! Machines and knowledge are the key! Looking good buddy!
It's amazing what three years of proper drainage will do to a swamp. It looks like the new pond is going to be a big drainage ditch, but that's kind of what the land there needs. And that's some lovely black topsoil there. Just one scoop of that would do wonders here.
When you first started loading the truck with the 350 it seemed like the dirt never stopped coming out of that new bucket, that is an awesome bucket for moving dirt. Thanks for the update, enjoyed watching.
Chris, the initial videos from 3 years ago really shows the perspective of what you have done and accomplished, thank you for comparison. That new bucket really moves dirt. Take care and God bless
Chris has the shape and depth+ slope angles firmly embedded in his Cerebral Cortex,even before he leaves the house at ' Silly Oclock ' a.m Chris ,in my mind is the Undesputed King of Pond builders in both Carolina''s . And Rich men North of Richmond know I ain't lying.
No kidding. I was actually thinking about what ever happened to this property. Didn’t realize it was 3 years though. Same with the muddy mess of a pond he was dredging a while back
Wow, does the 350 ever move the dirt. 4 scoops to fill Barney. It really is difficult to judge scale on video but seeing the bucket next to the 220 helped. The happiness in your voice while hogging dirt is fun to hear. Now, here's hoping Barney is an easy fix. Thanks for sharing this with us all, Chris.
I remember the beginning, but due to life interrupting, I missed the finish of swamp clearing. Now, back to business. Looking forward to following this job. 😊
Just watching your hand movements while focused on the bucket wow can't get over how responsive and the amount of dirt that big 350 will move. Clearing and pond building just got a lot quicker not to mention easier. Good video Chris
I have my own 14t Kobelco excavator on my farm and there is something satisfying about digging and shifting dirt and also using the log grapple to clear up trees....I love it!
The color of that topsoil reminds me of a “topsoil” dig I saw in Mississippi. This was in the Delta, a couple of miles from the Mississippi River. This was alluvial land, which is a fancy way of saying it had been built up from thousands of years of river sediments from flooding and drying. Anyway, they were using large excavators to dig up soil thirty feet deep if it was an inch. It was the topsoil from every state north to Minnesota. Beautiful stuff.
I recall the beginning of this project, and seems like less than three years ago. But then, have been enjoying your great videos for more years than just three. Thanks for continuing to take us along.
Actually you can dig area to your dump road suite, refill area with better materials to support your haul road area and hauling equipment. We did that system and worked fantastic majority of time.. congratulations on you 350 Volvo.
You and Mike have built very nice companies that do excavating..the wide range of jobs show how much has improved. I would think head and shoulders above the other podcasts about people in your trade.
The 350 is a beast for moving dirt in a hurry. I'm happy for you getting your dream machine. I remember that nasty swap when you brought the old 220 and started draining the swap. It's not even the same place in only 3 years.
Nice machine Chris!! We've found that the 40 ton trucks actually go across bad ground better than the smaller trucks. We have an older Volvo 25ton just like yours and a Volvo 30, they will get stuck all the time in bad ground but our HM400's will go right through it. It's amazing what those trucks will go through! Been watching for years, love your videos!
Sometimes the owners don't want to be revisited. They may have done some things to make their land more identifiable and there are always a very few people who won't respect boundaries.
I miss the pond dredging days! Clearing trees and pond building days is not as challenging as watching Chris floating across the ponds. I guess I search for another pond dredging group. Thanks Chris for all the last 5 years! Your the best!
Well now that's a bucket fore sure noticed when digging and the dozer was behind it you could not see the dozer Can certainly move some dirt 5 yards in a scope pore off road truck did not stand a chance keeping up Then it went down with a sore arm but bin good to you has done a huge amount of work with minimal maintenance Was good to see and here you speak of how much the 350 can dig and move very impressive fore sure pond will be finished in no time your efforts don't go unnoticed with moving all the top soil even if root bound just a pleasure to watch you in action getting it done Cheers
Trying to haul materials on existing grounds can be a big pain. Worked on bay salt flats , converting to housing areas, we also cut in ponds for housing areas that eventually tide into existing bay , some areas were strictly bay mud flats , were dug out materials and dried out materials and replaced and compacted it back.
Lol, I thought that I might be the only person to have been thinking that. He probably gets up in the AM and says, "Oh shit I have to go dig a pond with my new bucket." I hate doing my job" 😂
Hi Chris, I timed you, and you were getting 5 buckets per min so at 5yrds per bucket that's 25 yards per minute and that's 1500 yards per hour so that's 15000 yards per 10 hrs day. So that's not a bad days workout. That bucket is amazing,, it was worth the wait to see that thing dig. I hope that the haul truck is going to be an easy, cheap fix. Thanks for the video, Chris. I enjoy every one of them, and God bless you. Be safe out there.
The cab of the 350 is nice and quiet. I couldn’t hear hardly anything when you tracked over to get the truck unstuck. I remember the video where you were digging the drainage ditch. Property turned out nice.
Your 330 is making short work of this pond. On good solid ground you could easily keep two trucks busy. It’s amazing how much dirt that excavator can move in such a short time. I believe this is going to be the quickest I’ve ever seen you build a pond. The owner is probably going to have to dig a well to keep this one full because his land is so flat.
Years ago I watched two Cat 385 excavators with 10 yard buckets doing mass excavation for a sand pit. Top soil was 10-15 ft. deep on the bottom ground. Four scoops and dirt was running over the sides of a 35 yard haul truck.
Now That Right There Is Some "Black" Dirt, Unlike That "Red" Stuff You Usually Scratch Around In!! LOL Load The Truck From The Back, You'll Never Miss!! Later Brother, T/Y For Another "Great' Video! Stay Cool, Dry And "SAFE"!!
I want to say I remember the original job but I’ve seen so many it’s hard to say. I’ve been watching long before then but there’s been lots of clearing and ponds since then.
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"Before' pictures help us remember......great drone photos! 👍👏
Can't agree more. The transformation on this is so extreme I didn't recognise it until I saw the 'before' pictures.
This field has changed so much from those early days of the beginning of this redevelopment. Oh that beautiful topsoil will make this pond look so pretty. The 350 and big bucket are doing a great job. Get well soon Barney.
It’s really amazing how you can turn a pice of “crappy unusable” property into something useful and beautiful! Machines and knowledge are the key! Looking good buddy!
Can’t wait to watch the pond build progress.
It's amazing what three years of proper drainage will do to a swamp.
It looks like the new pond is going to be a big drainage ditch, but that's kind of what the land there needs.
And that's some lovely black topsoil there. Just one scoop of that would do wonders here.
When you first started loading the truck with the 350 it seemed like the dirt never stopped coming out of that new bucket, that is an awesome bucket for moving dirt. Thanks for the update, enjoyed watching.
You have done a lot of hard work to get where you are, now you begin to reap the rewards,
That’s a massive bucket and going to love a lot of dirt!! Can’t wait to see it on some more videos and ponds. Next up is a larger truck.
Watching you build ponds is my favorite
Chris, the initial videos from 3 years ago really shows the perspective of what you have done and accomplished, thank you for comparison. That new bucket really moves dirt. Take care and God bless
That new bucket is five feet wide, but he wants more,,,, LOL
Chris has the shape and depth+ slope angles firmly embedded in his Cerebral Cortex,even before he leaves the house at ' Silly Oclock ' a.m
Chris ,in my mind is the Undesputed King of Pond builders in both Carolina''s . And Rich men North of Richmond know I ain't lying.
I remember this! I honestly didn't think ANYTHING you did was going to make it any better. Wow. What a change!
Yeah back then it was a Total Sh--- show... It was a struggle just to get any drainage off of it, Amazing transformation no doubt....
Can you link the first vid of this serie?
Dang… 3 years ago. Remember watching this series. Time flys.
I was thinking the same thing. Can't believe it was 3 years ago.
Same for me
Do you need Hyundai Dumptruck again 41ton Model
Big toys for serious soil removal. Thanks Chris.😊
No kidding. I was actually thinking about what ever happened to this property. Didn’t realize it was 3 years though.
Same with the muddy mess of a pond he was dredging a while back
Holy Crap that bucket is almost as big as the entire cab on the 220! Geeeze!!!
Wow, does the 350 ever move the dirt. 4 scoops to fill Barney. It really is difficult to judge scale on video but seeing the bucket next to the 220 helped. The happiness in your voice while hogging dirt is fun to hear. Now, here's hoping Barney is an easy fix. Thanks for sharing this with us all, Chris.
Big?
Absolutely love the time lapse !!! Such fun 😉🙃😎 NZ
I have been watching your videos long enough that I remember when you first started draining that swamp. The land has changed a lot since then.
3 years ago already?!?
Dang!
Where do the years go Chris?
Thank you 🙏
Thank you for new project
Watching your new pond build looking good always good and entertaining videos. God Bless
Chris you operate the 350 like you are conducting a symphony orchestra. Very smooth and precise. Truly amazing to watch.
Love these pond digging videos all the way from Ireland 🇮🇪
Thanks for the Video on this pond Chris and THAT 350 Is big and love that big bucket too .
Man I am stoked watching the 350 and the huge bucket moving dirt. Loved every minute of this video. Thanks Chris! DP would be proud!
I remember the beginning, but due to life interrupting, I missed the finish of swamp clearing. Now, back to business. Looking forward to following this job. 😊
Awesome to watch a skilled professional work his magic 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Just watching your hand movements while focused on the bucket wow can't get over how responsive and the amount of dirt that big 350 will move. Clearing and pond building just got a lot quicker not to mention easier. Good video Chris
I have my own 14t Kobelco excavator on my farm and there is something satisfying about digging and shifting dirt and also using the log grapple to clear up trees....I love it!
The color of that topsoil reminds me of a “topsoil” dig I saw in Mississippi. This was in the Delta, a couple of miles from the Mississippi River. This was alluvial land, which is a fancy way of saying it had been built up from thousands of years of river sediments from flooding and drying. Anyway, they were using large excavators to dig up soil thirty feet deep if it was an inch. It was the topsoil from every state north to Minnesota. Beautiful stuff.
Aye, I'd take a bunch of that over this red stuff.
Soooo satisfying to see how you scoop and dump dirt
Looks really good. Love watching that 350 beast in action.
Thanks for sharing 🇨🇦
Wow I could see just how big the new bucket wad when you put it into the truck bed to give it a push! Wow! Nice new pond dig!
You yelled "4 scoops" because you were happy!!! 🤩🥰
Love watching your videos. Very educational and enjoyable
Dang dude! That's a bucket! Wow it's amazing how dry that is now compared to when you drianed it.
Great video shots on the pond build. impressive!
All right another pond build. Time to watch the master work.
Wow I remember this place now. Just wow 👍
I recall the beginning of this project, and seems like less than three years ago. But then, have been enjoying your great videos for more years than just three. Thanks for continuing to take us along.
I wasn't sure which project this was until you showed the before pics , But you really transformed this plot of land. 👍
You could always rent a top soil screener,witch you should absolutely screen that beautiful dirt to get rocks and roots and sticks outta da way
Your ability to make adjustments depending on conditions is admirable dude!
I watched you digging those channels to direct the water; it’s amazing what nature can do with a little help from an excavator!
You’re really good at slinging dirt. Been watching for long time now. I seem to relax when I watch you work… Weird!
Hello from Florida. At 3:30 is quite an impressive machine you have. Glad you got the rattle fixed in the cab too.
Actually you can dig area to your dump road suite, refill area with better materials to support your haul road area and hauling equipment. We did that system and worked fantastic majority of time.. congratulations on you 350 Volvo.
You and Mike have built very nice companies that do excavating..the wide range of jobs show how much has improved. I would think head and shoulders above the other podcasts about people in your trade.
Its been a long time since you had to dig and bail a pond! The new machine and bucket is a game changer. Keep up the good work
I haven't missed a video since March 2020. I can't help but have a sense of proudness and belonging when I can remember seeing the original video.
The 350 is a beast for moving dirt in a hurry. I'm happy for you getting your dream machine. I remember that nasty swap when you brought the old 220 and started draining the swap. It's not even the same place in only 3 years.
Nice machine Chris!!
We've found that the 40 ton trucks actually go across bad ground better than the smaller trucks.
We have an older Volvo 25ton just like yours and a Volvo 30, they will get stuck all the time in bad ground but our HM400's will go right through it. It's amazing what those trucks will go through!
Been watching for years, love your videos!
I have been binge watching a lot of you videos I would really like to see a revisit to some of the ponds now that they have had time to fill up.
Sometimes the owners don't want to be revisited. They may have done some things to make their land more identifiable and there are always a very few people who won't respect boundaries.
@@kenore4003 I get that but even the ones he could go back to would be cool to see them full and how they turned out.
@@cjenkins95 Isn't it nice to have a conversation instead of just snarking at each other. Thanks
I remember this job now.wow,what a transformation for the better
I remember watching you track through water building those drainage ditches and removing the bamboo ticket three years ago!
The "before" drone footage of the swamp was great! I know you aren't able to do that on every job but when you can please keep it up!
Yes!!! Loves me a pond build !❤
I like how you take those big scoops full.
You’re living my dream. Wish I could build ponds and clear land all day every day.
8:23. Lol such calm.... " That was the thumb hitting the boom"
That'd be so cool to have that for a job.
I miss the pond dredging days! Clearing trees and pond building days is not as challenging as watching Chris floating across the ponds. I guess I search for another pond dredging group. Thanks Chris for all the last 5 years! Your the best!
letsdig18, nice video keep up the great content
Dang, now you have all of us counting each bucket 1,2,3 & 4 Beep!🤪🤣👍
Love your “Pond” building.
it's amazing how dry the property is now then when you cleared it looks awesome
Always good to see an actual smooth operator, too many cowboys out there
Awesome video love watching you dig takes me back 50 years thanks for posting
that machine and bucket makes a monster it makes the work look easy great video TONY ISLE OF WIGHT UK
A grading bucket on that thing would be the size of your mats, when you use them as scrapers
Well now that's a bucket fore sure noticed when digging and the dozer was behind it you could not see the dozer
Can certainly move some dirt 5 yards in a scope pore off road truck did not stand a chance keeping up
Then it went down with a sore arm but bin good to you has done a huge amount of work with minimal maintenance
Was good to see and here you speak of how much the 350 can dig and move very impressive fore sure pond will be finished in no time your efforts don't go unnoticed with moving all the top soil even if root bound just a pleasure to watch you in action getting it done
Cheers
Gah, I envy that topsoil, the shovel is pretty awesome too.
The 350 moved a mountain of dirt in the time you worked. Good progress I would say.
now we get to see some digging and problems... love it
13 to 15 seconds per cycle. Not to shabby. Pretty nice machine!
Trying to haul materials on existing grounds can be a big pain. Worked on bay salt flats , converting to housing areas, we also cut in ponds for housing areas that eventually tide into existing bay , some areas were strictly bay mud flats , were dug out materials and dried out materials and replaced and compacted it back.
Bringing out the BIG BOY! 🤗
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I get this funny feeling that Chris likes digging dirt. There are various hints during the video.
Lol, I thought that I might be the only person to have been thinking that. He probably gets up in the AM and says, "Oh shit I have to go dig a pond with my new bucket." I hate doing my job" 😂
I love this job site. The 220 fills the truck in 10 scoops, the 350 in 4, and remember the 550? It did it in 2.5 :-)
Beautiful top soil.
the 350 is such a beast. Doesn't even break a sweat
Wow! I saw this job. I didn't realize that I'd been watching your channel that long.
Time to get cracking!!
Hi Chris, I timed you, and you were getting 5 buckets per min so at 5yrds per bucket that's 25 yards per minute and that's 1500 yards per hour so that's 15000 yards per 10 hrs day. So that's not a bad days workout. That bucket is amazing,, it was worth the wait to see that thing dig. I hope that the haul truck is going to be an easy, cheap fix. Thanks for the video, Chris. I enjoy every one of them, and God bless you. Be safe out there.
That thumbnail is sick!
This man is actually living my dream ❤❤❤
The cab of the 350 is nice and quiet. I couldn’t hear hardly anything when you tracked over to get the truck unstuck.
I remember the video where you were digging the drainage ditch. Property turned out nice.
I'm not in the dirt moving field but I wish I had a trackhoe and dozer SOOOO bad but this is next best thing!!!!
Your 330 is making short work of this pond. On good solid ground you could easily keep two trucks busy. It’s amazing how much dirt that excavator can move in such a short time. I believe this is going to be the quickest I’ve ever seen you build a pond. The owner is probably going to have to dig a well to keep this one full because his land is so flat.
Dang that property came a long way. I originally thought that was a hunting lease
It was when he started.
great video as always love your before and after pictures that you take with the drone before you start stripping the grass off
You can build a hill pretty quick with that new bucket!
Years ago I watched two Cat 385 excavators with 10 yard buckets doing mass excavation for a sand pit. Top soil was 10-15 ft. deep on the bottom ground. Four scoops and dirt was running over the sides of a 35 yard haul truck.
Oh, man...I remember that project. I remember how you analyzed and solved the drainage problem. Huge project!
Love watching these videos. 46 years old and been at my job for 21 years. Still dream of being a heavy equipment operator one day.
I wonder if he ever digs up some antique relics and notices them.....wonder what the coolest thing he's dug up thats been underground forever was.
Now that's a BIG bucket. It doesn't look that big until you stand beside it.
Now That Right There Is Some "Black" Dirt, Unlike That "Red" Stuff You Usually Scratch Around In!! LOL Load The Truck From The Back, You'll Never Miss!! Later Brother, T/Y For Another "Great' Video! Stay Cool, Dry And "SAFE"!!
I want to say I remember the original job but I’ve seen so many it’s hard to say. I’ve been watching long before then but there’s been lots of clearing and ponds since then.
This was so swampy when he started, i expected theCreature from the Black Lagoon to crawl out of the woods!
This machine works well. I'm still in awe however, with the amount of dirt that hired 550 could move. Spectacular..
That's a big a$$ bucket! But no problem for the 350, it handles it like a champ.
Crazy how well that dried up after all the work you did. I’m sure the landowner is tickled to death now!