Pond & Ditch Digging in Southern Illinois | SoIL Excavating
Pond & Ditch Digging Services in Southern Illinois
Reliable Excavation for Water Features, Drainage, and Land Management
From functional ditches to recreational ponds, properly excavated water features require careful planning, grading, and execution. At SoIL Excavating, we provide expert pond and ditch digging services across Carbondale, Murphysboro, Marion, Carterville, and surrounding Southern Illinois areas.
Whether you’re managing runoff, improving drainage, or building a new pond, we shape water features that work and last.
Pond & Ditch Services Offered by SoIL Excavating
Pond & Ditch Services Offered by SoIL Excavating
Farm Pond Digging –Create small or mid-size ponds for livestock, recreation, or irrigation
Drainage Ditch Excavation – Clear and grade ditches to improve water flow and prevent flooding
Swale and Berm Construction – Shape landscape features for water retention or diversion
Retention Pond Excavation – Build stormwater control ponds for rural and commercial properties
Ditch Regrading and Cleanup – Restore flow and remove silt from overgrown or clogged ditches
Custom Excavation Projects – Digging for private lakes, fish ponds, or agricultural needs
A Poorly Dug Pond Becomes a Pit — A Well-Dug One Becomes a Resource
Improper pond or ditch digging can lead to erosion, leakage, and safety issues. We plan with the end use in mind — whether you’re raising cattle, managing runoff, or building a peaceful retreat on your land.
When to Schedule Pond or Ditch Digging
During new property development
After identifying poor drainage on farmland or pastures
To install or replace an outdated drainage system
Before building near sloped or flood-prone areas
When adding a water feature to a recreational property
Serving the Water Management Needs of Southern Illinois
We provide pond and ditch excavation in:Carbondale, Murphysboro, Marion, Carterville, Herrin, Cambria, Energy, and surrounding rural areas.
Let’s ShapeSomething That Lasts
Whether you need a ditch to fix a problem or a pond to add beauty and function to your land — we’ll dig it right, from day one.
