The Bridge

The crew from Knee Deep Ponds installed the bridge across the pond yesterday. They brought in four long supports they had made in their shop, attached a wooden pad at each end, and moved the bridge into place. It fit across the pond nicely.

It was just the right height; perfect for sitting on while dipping your toes in the water, yet not too high to block the view of the waterfall. Seeing it in place, a design confab was held and we all decided to abandon the original plan of adding a middle and a top rail and protective vertical pickets.


I wondered if the bridge would appear too "heavy" when the decking was added, and one of the crew had the idea to offset each piece of wood, as you can see below.


I absolutely loved the lighter effect this little detail gave. The crew also rounded the edges of each board so there are no sharp edges to cut into our legs as we dangle them over the sides.

I really love how the bridge turned out and appreciated all the thought, as well as skill, that the crew brought to the task of making it.


Among other things, it is a perfect platform for taking photos of the water lilies.