Lake & Pond Construction in East Texas

There’s nothing quite like having your own lake or pond—whether it’s for recreation, livestock, or land enhancement. PenPro Trucking & Construction provides custom lake and pond excavation services throughout Lindale, Tyler, Mineola, Canton, Van, Athens, and surrounding East Texas.

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Complete Pond & Lake Services

We handle everything from design and excavation to grading, shaping, and shoreline stabilization. Whether you’re building a brand-new water feature or restoring an existing one, our team knows how to manage soil types, drainage, and watershed flow for lasting results.

What We Do

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Excavation & Shaping

Building ponds and lakes of all sizes with balanced depth and contour.

2

Dam & Levee Construction

Properly compacted embankments that hold water and resist erosion.

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Drainage & Overflow Systems

Designing spillways and outlets to control water levels.

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Shoreline Grading

Smoothing and stabilizing edges for safe, attractive shorelines.

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Pond Cleanouts & Dredging

Removing sediment, debris, or vegetation buildup.

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Stock Tanks & Farm Ponds

Reliable solutions for ranches and rural properties.

Why Experience Matters

Pond building in East Texas requires knowledge of local soils, water tables, and rainfall patterns. We understand the clay-rich terrain and know how to design for retention and stability. From small backyard ponds to multi-acre recreational lakes, we deliver results that stand the test of time.

Our Process

Consultation & Design Review

Excavation & Grading

Dam & Spillway Construction

Shaping, Finishing & Seeding

Final Walkthrough & Maintenance Advice

Additional Services

Hauling in clay or rock for reinforcement | Access road construction for large sites | Seeding and erosion control after completion

Service Areas

Lindale • Tyler • Mineola • Van • Canton • Athens • Gilmer • Quitman • and surrounding East Texas communities.

Thinking about adding a pond or lake to your property? Let’s make it happen. Contact PenPro Trucking & Construction today for a free consultation and quote.