​Custom Water Solutions for Farms, Estates, and Conservation

Water can be your property’s greatest asset or its biggest challenge. At D. Benson Trucking and Excavating, we specialize in the professional design and excavation of water features and agricultural watering systems across Eastern Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. From constructing functional livestock ponds to installing frost-proof automatic waterers, we provide the earthmoving expertise to manage water exactly where you need it.

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Our Water Management Services

Custom Pond Construction & Excavation

Whether for livestock, wildlife, or aesthetics, a pond requires more than just a hole in the ground. We focus on soil compaction and "sealing" the pond to ensure it holds water year-round.

• Livestock & Farm Ponds: Providing a reliable water source for grazing animals.

• Wildlife & Recreational Ponds: Enhancing your property’s natural beauty and habitat.

• Retention & Detention Ponds: Managing stormwater runoff for residential or commercial developments.

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Automatic Watering Systems (Agricultural)

We help farmers eliminate the hassle of frozen tanks and manual filling. We provide deep-trenching and installation for year-round, frost-proof livestock waterers.

• Frost-Free Hydrants & Waterers: Buried deep below the frost line for 365-day reliability.

• Trenching & Supply Lines: High-capacity water lines designed for agricultural demands.

• Concrete Pad Installation: Stable, mud-free pads for your watering equipment.

 

Managed Waterways & Drainage

Redirecting surface water is essential to prevent soil erosion and pasture damage. We shape the land to move water safely through your property without washing away your topsoil.

• Grass & Rock Waterways: Engineered channels designed to guide heavy rain runoff.

• Infiltration Basins & Swales: Slowing down water to allow for natural absorption.

• Ditch Cleaning & Culvert Setting: Restoring flow to old drainage systems and field edges.

 

The Benson Precision Advantage

• Topographical Expertise: We use laser-leveling to ensure your waterways have the correct "pitch." If a waterway is too steep, it erodes; if it's too flat, it floods. We hit the sweet spot every time.

• Soil Selection: We understand which local clays are best for pond liners and which sands provide the best drainage for infiltration basins.

• Erosion Control: We don't leave raw dirt exposed. We provide the grading and stabilization needed to ensure your new water feature stays in place during the first big storm.

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Take Control of Your Property’s Water

From the back pasture to the front yard, D. Benson Trucking and Excavating provides the power and precision to manage your water resources.