Dam Building

Dam Building Done Right

The construction of a dam on your property is a major capital outlay. When done right, it adds both value to your investment and provides enjoyment and functionality for many years. By following the principles of permaculture, we create a sustainable environment through whole systems thinking and creative design processes with each dam building project in Australia.

What Sets Us Apart From Other Dam Building Companies?

Choosing a dam builder who knows the work is very important, as it prevents wasteful expenditures on a hole in the ground that doesn’t hold water or that loses its contents through evaporation. Here are the three main reasons why we are trusted across the country to build lasting dams:

• We have nearly 20 years of experience in building dams and have completed over 320 low-maintenance, ecologically-friendly dams successfully all over Australia. We guarantee our dams for 10 years against collapse, overwash, tunnelling, and leakage, which shows our confidence in building durable dams.
• We are the only dam construction company with a fixed pricing structure for building dams, which is calculated per megalitre capacity of the dam. This method is made possible through a special arrangement with Caterpillar, Komatsu and Kobelco to provide and deliver the best and most appropriate machines on site for the dam’s construction.
• We undertake a comprehensive site inspection and assessment, in which we use comprehensive topological data to create prebuild visualisation. This information allows landowners to virtually assess the ultimate end-product and how the dam will feature in the environment before construction commences.

The Importance of a Site Inspection for Dam Building in NSW

Our thorough site inspections and assessments set the standard for the construction of the dam. Measure your choice of dam constructor against the following benefits of our dam site inspections:

• We determine the optimum location of all current, proposed and future dams on the property, including the identification of possible hazards which may affect the overall safety of the dams. We also suggest the best dam design based on your unique requirements, placing emphasis on a sustainable ecology.
• We calculate the optimal VSD (volume-surface-depth) ratio for minimal evaporation loss instead of just constructing a massive dam with a large surface. Understanding the VSD ratio is important for dam owners, and we place great emphasis on explaining this often overlooked aspect of dam design.
• We advise on the legal requirements and implications of building a dam on your property. The red tape that surrounds a new dam mainly depends on its size and location in relation to existing watercourses, and it is always best to consult with someone knowledgeable in building dams.

Big Ditch Dam Building Company is the foremost constructor of earthen dams in Australia. We have received numerous awards for our work, including the prestigious Australian Enterprise Awards: Best Dam Building & Repair Company 2021.

Contact us today if you require dam installation done right.