Texas Dredging & Commercial Diving Experts
We're your neighbors. Based in Texas since day one, we understand what Texas water looks like, how it behaves, and what it takes to maintain it.
AUS Dredge and Dive is a Fort Worth-based dredging and commercial diving company serving communities across the Lone Star State. We provide a full range of pond and lake management solutions - from sediment removal to underwater construction, inspections, and maintenance.
Areas We Serve
Dredging Services in Texas
AUS Dredge and Dive provides professional dredging services for ponds, lakes, reservoirs, canals, and marinas across Texas. With over 25 years of experience, our team removes sediment and restores water systems safely and efficiently, without disrupting operations.
Our hydraulic dredging services help:
Restore water depth
Improve water quality
Extend the life of your water asset
Maintain a healthy aquatic environment.
We proudly serve golf courses, HOAs, municipalities, industrial facilities, and water treatment plants across Texas - delivering the same precision, reliability, and "Can. Do." mindset on every job.
Commercial Diving Services in Texas
When the work goes below the surface, you need more than a dredging company — you need a team that operates underwater. AUS Dredge and Dive's certified commercial divers bring decades of experience to ponds, lakes, rivers, canals, and industrial water systems across Texas.
Our commercial diving services include:
Underwater repairs & construction
From routine inspections to complex underwater work, we have the training, equipment, and experience to get it done safely and efficiently. We don’t just clean water—we help protect the infrastructure and communities that depend on it.
Intake Screen Services Texas
Intake screens play a critical role in protecting pumps, pipelines, and water systems from debris and damage.
AUS Dredge and Dive provides complete intake screen services, including:
Inspection and condition assessments
Cleaning and debris removal
Repair and replacement
Preventative maintenance programs
Our experienced crews help extend equipment life, improve system performance, and reduce the risk of costly downtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
The dredging process typically includes site evaluation, scope definition, method selection, permitting review (if required), mobilization, dredging and dewatering, material handling and disposal, and site restoration. AUS manages each phase with safety, efficiency, and clear communication to minimize disruption and avoid surprises.
Minimum project size depends on location, access, and scope rather than pond size alone. Some smaller projects are feasible when access and logistics are efficient, while others may require a larger scope to be cost-effective. AUS evaluates each site individually and will recommend the most practical approach.
Yes. AUS Dredge & Dive provides dredging services nationwide across the contiguous United States, depending on project scope, logistics, and scheduling. If you’re outside Texas, we’ll confirm site requirements and the most efficient approach during the scoping process.
Yes. Routine programs can include inspections, sediment monitoring, vegetation control, and proactive maintenance to reduce emergency issues and extend the time between major dredging projects. A planned approach can help keep budgets predictable and reduce the risk of sudden capacity loss or water-quality problems.
Project timelines vary based on scope, depth, access, and complexity. Some inspections can be completed in a day, while more involved repairs or multi-location projects may take several days. AUS provides a clear scope and schedule before work begins.
The cost of pond dredging depends on several factors, including the size of the pond, the volume and type of sediment being removed, site access, dewatering requirements, disposal options, and the dredging method selected.
Because every pond is different, there is no one-size-fits-all price. A small pond with minimal sediment buildup will require a different approach than a large HOA lake, golf course pond, retention basin, or municipal waterbody.
At AUS Dredge & Dive, we begin with a site evaluation to assess existing conditions and determine the most effective dredging solution. Once we understand the scope of work, we can provide a detailed proposal tailored to your project.
If you're noticing sediment buildup, reduced water depth, algae growth, or declining water quality, contact our team to schedule an evaluation and discuss your options.