18-07-2025
UNM duck pond to reopen soon
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the University of New Mexico's best attractions is almost ready to reopen. The university's duck pond has been under construction since November of last year to upgrade its aging infrastructure. Recently, they replaced the bridge and added a water filtration system.
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'The main purpose of this project is to increase accessibility and ease of maintenance for this pond. Previously, we had to drain it into the surrounding landscape; now we have a filter system that will clean the pond once a month, and we'll have the ability to drain it once a year,' said Michael Pierce, project manager.
During the construction, the birds, turtles, and fish were relocated to the UNM golf course. Some of the ducks were taken there as well, but most were wild and are expected to return over time. The university will host a soft opening on August 8. The official grand opening will be in early September.
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