Pond & Retention Basin Services

Pond & Retention Basin Construction, Repair & Long-Term Maintenance
Water management solutions across Cass County, MO and Johnson & Miami Counties, KS.

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Pond & Retention Basin Services

At John Marr Bobcat Excavation, we build, repair, and maintain ponds and retention basins for farms, homes, and businesses throughout the region. Properly designed ponds and basins help manage stormwater, prevent flooding, control erosion, and protect surrounding land.

Our work focuses on land-based water control — no plumbing — using grading, excavation, soil stabilization, and proven construction methods.

Pond & Basin Services We Provide

  • Retention basins & detention ponds

  • Farm ponds & runoff ponds

  • Drainage and overflow basins

  • Pond repairs & regrading

  • Pond cleanouts & sediment removal

  • Bank stabilization & erosion repair

  • Spillway and overflow shaping

Common Problems We Fix

  • Standing or overflowing water

  • Eroded pond banks

  • Failing or undersized basins

  • Sediment buildup reducing capacity

  • Poor water flow or washouts

  • Unsafe or collapsing edges

Even well-built ponds require maintenance over time. We restore function while protecting surrounding land.

Our Pond & Basin Process

  • Site Evaluation – Assess soil, slope, runoff, and water volume

  • Design & Planning – Size and shape for proper control and longevity

  • Excavation & Grading – Shape basin and establish proper flow

  • Stabilization – Rip rap, grading, and erosion protection

  • Final Flow Check – Ensure safe drainage and long-term performance

Projects are often coordinated with drainage systems, erosion control, berms, or land shaping to ensure the entire area functions together.

Why Choose John Marr Bobcat

  • Family-owned and operated since 1990

  • Experienced with rural, farm, and residential properties

  • Practical, no-nonsense approach

  • Focused on long-term ground stability and performance

📞 Call 913-484-5000 to discuss pond or retention basin needs.

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Patricia in Shawnee Mission KS said..

“The provider removed a 12X7 foot concrete pond that was used as a water garden, large rocks concreted in place, waterfall, debris and a tree from the back yard of my property. He did a great job of estimating what had to be done, scheduled a time and arrived as planned. Heavy equipment was needed, and he brought it in without damaging any other part of the property or plantings.

I would hire him again if I needed this kind of work done. He told me he has torn out a lot of ponds and pools. Well done.

John and is crew were professional and very pleasant to work with.”