Building Backyard Waterfall in Cedar Park Texas

Building Backyard Waterfall in Cedar Park Texas

12/10/2007 8:03:04 PM

First thing at our consultation on outdoor water features we discussed what type of water features would look good with the landscape we were trying to achieve. The customer did not like the thought of a fish pond or a garden pond. The landscape was on a slight slope so we incorporated a dry creek bed to control water flow. The outdoor water feature we decided on was the pondless waterfall with the disappearing stream. Pondless waterfalls and pondless stream have no need for a garden pond because the water is stored under the ground in a pondless tank with grates. There are many ways to create this pondless waterfall and disappearing stream, but for the ground in Cedar Park, Texas everyone knows that 6 inches under the ground is solid rock. At the end of the disappearing stream we gave it the illusion that the disappearing stream would just over flow into the dry creek bed. We call this the waterfall that could but wouldn't. To the side of this disappearing waterfall and stream we installed a sitting area for him and her. We also landscaped and sodded the yard with St. Augustine grass as well as landscape around the outdoor water feature. The second phase of this landscaping project included the Oklahoma peach buff flagstone patio extension at the back of the house. Phase 3 of this landscaping project will include an outdoor kitchen.

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posted by Mr. 247 Waterfall

Outdoor water features beautify your environment.

Outdoor water features beautify your environment.

12/18/2007 12:38:27 PM

I have had an outdoor pond for many years. I loved it. At least I did until my grandson fell in one day and scared me half to death. Now I'm in the process of building a pondless waterfall. I built up a small hill in one corner and after I put the pond liner down one side I set the stones in. I planted bushes and flowers all around and added other rocks that I felt were interesting. That's about as far as I've gotten so far. I love outdoor water features. I grew up on an island so I'm used to lots of water and trees. I have been trying to recreate that feeling here on the prairies. I've decided that building backyard waterfalls is not an easy thing to do but outdoor water features look beautiful and are very relaxing. I also put in a dry bed stream leading away from the waterfall. I need to do a little more research to get the rest of it done properly. I'm actually thinking of adding a few more outdoor water features by using solar fountains elsewhere in my backyard.

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posted by Petriemiller

Things to Consider when Building Backyard Waterfalls

Things to Consider when Building Backyard Waterfalls

12/28/2007 10:35:36 AM

Designing and building backyard waterfalls is a fun experience. It adds beauty and a certain peacefulness to your backyard environment. You can create the plans yourself or use a business that specializes in the craft.

There are many things to consider when designing your work of art. Outdoor water features may be the focal point of your yard and set the mood for that space. What kind of atmosphere do you want to create?

The materials needed in building backyard waterfalls are many. You may choose from tile or stone. Do you want to go manufactured or natural? Would you be interested in adding a koi pond? A garden ponds waterfall would fit nicely with that game plan.

How much space do you have to commit to this project? Building backyard waterfalls around your custom pool or jacuzzi hot tub will add a certain feel to the area and look great when lighted up at night.

Whatever your taste, it is important to consider all these factors when designing and building backyard waterfall landscapes. The results are worth the effort and create additional living space to your home.