MODULE 1

I. Directions: Prepare a portfolio or compilation of plates of the different layouts fishpond, main
gate and main dike .

Drawing
Title Date Rating
No.

1 Conventional Type of Fishpond

2 Radiating Type of Fishpond

3 Progressive Type of Fishpond

4 Specialized Type of Fishpond

5 Conventional Fishpond Layout

6 Modular Pond System

7 Multiple Stock/Harvest System

8 Layout of a Main Dike

9 Layout of a Main Gate

Directions: In two or three sentences, answer the given questions below. Write your answers in
your test notebook.

1. Why is it important to properly design and layout the fishpond?

2. Why is it important to use a scale in drawing the layout of a fishpond?
3. If you were to choose among the designs of fishpond, what type or design would you
choose? Why?
Answer.
1. For me, designing and layout of the pond is necessary because we should
consider all factor that could possibly affect our pond. Having good topography,
accessible site, not prone to flooding and most importantly good water source. Its
goal is to make a good fishpond which could generate profit as fast as it could.

2. Scaling is necessary for any layout to do its job. In making fish ponds, they are a
useful tool for the constructor of the pond because they can be used to plan,
visualize, and adjust landscape plans before breaking ground. Scaling: assigns
 each object the same scale compared to the actual objects. Most importantly, it is
important that there will be no wrong moves in the plan.

3. For me, among all the mentioned fishpond designs, I will be choosing the
progressive type fishpond because I think this type of fishpond will be very
convenient and it consists of one main gate, a long supply canal, and a
secondary gate providing access to different compartments of progressively
increasing areas.

Directions: Make a miniature fishpond using the materials listed below. Write the specifications
or designs of your layout.

Post Assessment

1. B.
2. N.
3. K.
4. A.
5. B.
6. J.
7. D.
8. C.
9. F.
10. I.
11. M.
12. G.
13. H.
14. O.
15. L.
 WHAT RO PROCESS
Directions: Below are pictures with descriptions of the possible site for a fishpond. With
the knowledge you gained from this lesson, assess the suitability of the site and give
some recommendations for the construction of fishpond.

Figure 31. A 0.5 hectare vacant lot Figure 32. Meycauayan – Obando
River

10 meters away from the proposed site

Figure 33. Municipal road 5 meters away from the proposed site

A. Location of the Site: Barangay Ubihan, City of Meycauayan, Bulacan

B. Area of the Site: 0.5 Hectare

C. Other Descriptions of the Site:

 5 meters away from the municipal road

 Prone to flooding during high tides
 Possible source of water is from a river
 Type of soil is sandy clay
  80% of the people are fishermen and fishpond caretakers

D. Assessment and Recommendations:

Water Supply

The proposed project is only 10 meters away from the river, which will be the water
source. They will make a canal for the water to flow into the site. Water analysis and
sampling should be done to make sure that the water is safe.

Soil Type

There is nothing to recommend in terms of its soil type because they have the best type
of soil, which is the sandy clay.

Vegetation

Vegetation in a pond is important. It can be a temperature control, or cover the site for
fishpond construction to prevent it from being blown away by strong winds so that the
water will be stabilized and give fish no stress.

Accessibility

The proposed project is only 5 meters away from the road, making it very accessible.
The owner of the pond will just make a wider road for the truck and customer.  

Flood Hazard

To protect the pond from possible flood, they will construct a diversion canal along the
perimeter dike to divert runoff water during heavy downpour or they will construct a
larger and higher perimeter dike to prevent the entrance of flood water.

Socio-economic Consideration

E. General Assessment:

Is the site suited for fishpond construction? Why?

I think the site is suitable for fishpond construction for the topography is very accessible
and near the water supply and most importantly a sandy clay soil is the best type of soil
for fishpond construction.

WHAT TO UNDERSTAND

Directions: In your test notebook, answer the questions below.

1. What are the factors that you have to consider in selecting a suitable site
for fishpond?
2. What is the best alternative you should consider if you encounter sites
with low volume water supply or small/narrow tidal difference?
3. Knowing the flood history of the site, what modifications will you do so
that the fishpond that you will construct will be safe from flood waters?

WHAT TO TRANSFER

Directions: Conduct a field visit in your locality. Take pictures of the possible site and
assess its suitability in terms of fishpond construction. Fill up the Assessment Sheet
below based from your observation.

Location of the Site: Tiguis, Lila, Bohol

Area of the Site: Near the road and near the river

Possible Source of River

Water:

Other Factors: Assessment (Put a check (/) mark under the appropriate
column)

Very Ideal Ideal Not Ideal

a. Type of Soil
 b. Topography

c. Vegetation

d. Accessibility

e. Flood Hazard

f. Socio-economic

Evaluation Criteria:

*Very Ideal – indicates that the site is perfect for the particular indicator

*Ideal – indicates that the site is not so ideal for the particular indicator but can be
resolved through some modifications

*Not Ideal – indicates that the site is not good for the particular indicator

General Assessment/Recommendation:

Their location is excellent, and the water supply is good. What I can recommend is that
they construct a larger and higher perimeter dike to prevent the entrance of flood water.
Because they don’t have that dike to prevent higher flood.

Post-Assessment

MULTIPLE CHOICE:

Directions. Choose the correct answer from the given options. Write only the letter in
your test notebook.
1. What is the most important factor to consider in selecting the suitable site for
fishpond construction?
a. Topography
b. Accessibility
c. Type of Soil
d. Water supply
2. What is the ideal type of soil for fishpond construction?
a. Silty
b. Sandy
c. Clayey
d. Loamy
3. What is the most ideal source of water for a freshwater fishpond?
a. River
b. Spring
c. Irrigation
d. Rain/run-off
4. It is an instrument used to measure the temperature of the water.
a. pH Meter
b. Soil tester
c. Thermometer
d. Refractometer
5. What is the ideal pH range for the growth and survival of a fish?
a. 4.0 – 5.0
b. 5.1 – 6.4
c. 6.5 – 9.0
d. 11.0 - 14.0
6. The plants that cover the site for fishpond construction are known as ___.
a. Trees
b. Vines
c. Shrubs
d. Vegetation
7. What type of soil has a granular appearance?
a. Mud
b. Clay
c. Loam
d. Sand

8. Which of the following types of container is best recommended for storing water
samples?
a. Polyethylene bags
b. Hard rubber container
c. Empty or used bottles
d. Chemical-resistant glass
9. Which of the following is a socio-economic factor to be considered in selecting a
suitable site for fishpond?
a. Wind protection
b. Soil characteristics
c. Protection from flood
d. Availability of cheap labor
10. Bio-assay is a simple and practical way to know if the water is safe for the
fish. Which of the following is an example of it?
a. Nasal testing
b. Observing the clearness of the water
c. Tasting the water for any toxic chemicals
d. Getting a pail of water from the water source and observing if fish can survive
for 12-24 hours.
 Pre-assessment

Directions: Analyze the following statements below. In your test notebook, write;

A – if statement A is true and statement B is false.

B – if statement A is false and statement B is true.

C – if both statements are true.

D – if both statements are false.

1. D.

2. C.

2. A.

3. B.
5. C.

6. A. For dikes constructed lower than 4.26 meters, it should have a side slope of
2:1.
B. For dikes constructed above 4.26 meters, it should have a side slope of
1:1.
7. A. The best time to construct the main gate is during neap tide.
B. All the materials needed must be prepared prior to the construction of the
main gate.

8. A. Avoid planting creeping grasses on the dike to prevent erosion.

B. Mangrove trees give the best protection to the main dike from erosion.
9. A. Frequent inspection of the dike must be established.
B. The dike must be checked especially after the typhoon.
10. A. Leakage and seepage must be repaired and patched to avoid erosion of
dikes.
B. Trees and bushes should be allowed to grow on the dikes.

WHAT TO PROCESS?
Direction: Make a diorama of a main gate and a perimeter dike using your own dimension.
Refer to Figure 28 and use recycled materials as much as possible.

A. Diorama of a Concrete Main Gate

Materials:

 Card board/illustration board or match box

 Pencil, eraser, ruler
 Pair of scissors or cutter
 Glue
 Coloring materials (crayons, oil pastel coloring material, water color or paint)
 Marker

Procedure:

a. Layout the desired dimension of the main gate on an illustration board.

b. Decide on the thickness of the walls of the main gate, height and width. Layout them on
a card board using your pencil and ruler. If you are to use a match box, its thickness,
width and height will automatically be the dimension of your main gate.
c. After preparing your desired layout, cut out the pieces using a cutter or pair of scissors.
d. Assemble each piece/part following your desired dimension.
e. After putting all pieces/parts together, paint the diorama using your coloring material
f. Label each part using your marker.

Side View Front View

Figure 29. Sample Diorama of Concrete Main Gate

B. Diorama of a Perimeter Dike

I. Materials:

 Card board/illustration board

 Pencil, eraser, ruler
 Pair of scissors or cutter
 Glue
 Coloring materials (Crayons, Oil pastel coloring material, water color or paint)
 Marker

II. Procedure:

1. Layout the dimension of the perimeter dike on a card board. Follow the recommended
height, top width, slope, base, puddle trench and berm of the dike.
2. Cut each piece using a pair of scissors or a cutter.
3. Assemble each part using the glue.
4. After putting all pieces/parts together, color your diorama using your coloring materials.
5. Label each part using your marker.

Front View Top View

Berm

Puddle
trench Crown

Side Slope
Base

Figure 30. Sample Diorama of Perimeter Dike

1. How will you mobilize resources during the construction of a fishpond?

2. Why is it important to have a program of works prior to the construction of the fishpond
system?
3. What measures will you do to ensure the construction of the different parts of a fishpond
in accordance with the program of works and with a high degree of accuracy and
functionality.

Post Assessment

Directions. Analyze the following statements below. In your test notebook, write;

A – if statement A is true and statement B is false.

B – if statement A is false and statement B is true.

 C – if both statements are true.

D – if both statements are false.

1. A. The main gate is usually situated at the corner of the fishpond.

B. The floor elevation of the main gate must be 0.3 meter higher than the

zero datum.

2. A. The ideal opening of the main gate for a 10 – 15 hectare fishpond is 1.0 meter.

B. For fishponds more than 15 hectares, the gate requires a multiple

opening.

4. A. The floor elevation of the gate should be lower than the lowest pond
bottom.

B. The floor of the main gate must be exposed during the lowest tide.

5. A. The dikes are hexagonal in cross-section.

B. The dikes must be of adequate size and shape to hold water as well as to
prevent seepage.
5. e. The minimum recommended width for dikes less than 3.0 meters high is 2.4
meters.
f. For dikes used as a roadway, a width of at least 4.0 meters is specified.

6. A. For dikes constructed lower than 4.26 meters, it should have a side slope of
2:1.

B. For dikes constructed above 4.26 meters, it should have a side slope of 1:1.

7. A. The best time to construct the main gate is during neap tide.

B. All the materials needed must be prepared prior to the construction of the main
gate.

8. A. Avoid planting creeping grasses on the dike to prevent erosion.

B. Mangrove trees give the best protection to the main dike from erosion.
9. 11. Frequent inspection of the dike must be established.
12. The dike must be checked especially after the typhoon.
10. A. Leakage and seepage must be repaired and patched to avoid erosion of dikes.
B. Trees and bushes should be allowed to grow on the dikes.