Water tumbling between boulders and flowering annuals on a hillside waterfall

Weatherby Lake, Missouri

Water features and hillside waterfalls in Weatherby Lake

Steep lots are common around Weatherby Lake. For the Richmond family, that slope became the best part of the yard.

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Good Earth in Weatherby Lake

Work we have done here

For years the Richmond family's backyard in Weatherby Lake had a steep, uneven hillside that was difficult to maintain and nearly impossible to use.

We reinforced the terrain with boulders, designed multi-level cascades over granite boulders to mimic a natural stream, and added a natural-slab stepping stone stairway so the hillside is safe to walk. The waterfalls can now be enjoyed from the fire pit, the patio and inside the house. Seven days, $55,000.

In Heather Richmond's words: "Now, people want to come to our house just to hang out and watch the waterfall."

ProjectHoly Hillside: from steep slope to cascading backyard escape7 days, $55,000

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What we build and care for

Water features in Weatherby Lake

A koi pond with a spillway bowl fountain, water lilies and a yellow day lily in the foreground

Backyard Ponds & Koi Ponds

Professionally Designed Ponds & Water Gardens in Kansas City.

A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over natural boulders into a pond behind a two-story home

Waterfalls

Our expertise lies in transforming outdoor spaces into serene and beautiful natural waterfalls..

Fountains

We pride ourselves on creating beautiful, custom-designed & built Aquascape fountains..

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Seasonal Services

We provide year-round professional maintenance for your water features..

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LED Water Lighting

Top-Rated LED Water Lighting Services in Kansas City..

Google reviews

In our clients' words

4.9on 148 Google reviews

“Good Earth installed our pondless waterfall and we could not be happier. The project went fast, the outcome is beautiful (in both sight and sound). We had one post install hiccup and the crew was back immediately to completely resolve. The songbirds love it too…we have so many more birds visiting our yard to splash in the waterfall. I’ve referred my friends to Good Earth. I highly, and unconditionally recommend their services.”

Carla Dobbins on Google

“We wouldn't use any group other than Good Earth Water Gardens to maintain our ponds and fish.”
Frank D. Uryasz on Google
“Friendly, informative, receptive, dealt with modifications and additions. Overall did a great job on our pondless waterfall and sitting area.”
Cindy Kuykendall on Google
“Glenn, Who is assisting me with my mom‘s pond Did an outstanding job. Very hard worker, explain details about the pond. You’re fortunate to have him working for your company.”
David Stueve on Google
“Had a great experience with the team. The installation team were very conscientious. The site was clean before they left and my questions were answered.”
Melissa Green on Google
“Kevin and his team at Good Earth Water Gardens did a phenomenal job on taking out our Faux Waterfall and putting in a real rock waterfall. We love how it turned out. Kevin’s vision of the project and his teams hard work are super appreciated. Thank you again and I highly recommend Good Earth Water Gardens for any project anyone in the KC area would want in terms of a waterfall.”
Sam Somerhalder on Google
“Excellent !! Will use them again”
Delores Mclain on Google
“Great company with knowledgeable, hardworking staff!”
Gabrielle Pfeifer on Google
“David was on time and did an incredible job opening the fountain. Kevin came later to held adjust our larvae basal column just right. Thanks a lot guys!”
Wayne Vallee on Google
“Great experience working with Good Earth Water Gardens. They show up on time and are so easy to work with. True professionals. Highly recommend if you need help and advice for your water feature.”
Steve Carpenter on Google
“Good Earth built and installed our pond with a beautiful water fall about 3 years ago. It is the focal point of our back yard. In the years since installation, they have provided exceptional maintenance. They have been very responsive when we have run into some minor problems. Dan and his crew are very responsive and professional. I highly recommend them.”
Thomas Kramer on Google
“Good Earth Water Gardens has helped me manage a water feature in front of my home. It needed some repair to fix a leak and they stayed on it to find the leak. Now they come and service it twice a year to keep it running smoothly. They know what they are doing and I trust their knowledge and suggestions on how to keep it running for a long time.”
Barbara cloud on Google
“We hired them to do our backyard pond pool and we’re about 3/4 of the way done and it’s looking pretty epic. Can’t wait to see the final product. They have great worth work ethic and artistic eye. Very professional and easy to work with.”
Melissa Morris on Google
“Came when scheduled and took care of winter shutdown.”
Ellen Jervis on Google
“Performed work as described in estimate. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Thx”
Pat Graham on Google
“We wouldn't use any group other than Good Earth Water Gardens to maintain our ponds and fish.”
Frank D. Uryasz on Google
“Friendly, informative, receptive, dealt with modifications and additions. Overall did a great job on our pondless waterfall and sitting area.”
Cindy Kuykendall on Google
“Glenn, Who is assisting me with my mom‘s pond Did an outstanding job. Very hard worker, explain details about the pond. You’re fortunate to have him working for your company.”
David Stueve on Google
“Had a great experience with the team. The installation team were very conscientious. The site was clean before they left and my questions were answered.”
Melissa Green on Google
“Kevin and his team at Good Earth Water Gardens did a phenomenal job on taking out our Faux Waterfall and putting in a real rock waterfall. We love how it turned out. Kevin’s vision of the project and his teams hard work are super appreciated. Thank you again and I highly recommend Good Earth Water Gardens for any project anyone in the KC area would want in terms of a waterfall.”
Sam Somerhalder on Google
“Excellent !! Will use them again”
Delores Mclain on Google
“Great company with knowledgeable, hardworking staff!”
Gabrielle Pfeifer on Google
“David was on time and did an incredible job opening the fountain. Kevin came later to held adjust our larvae basal column just right. Thanks a lot guys!”
Wayne Vallee on Google
“Great experience working with Good Earth Water Gardens. They show up on time and are so easy to work with. True professionals. Highly recommend if you need help and advice for your water feature.”
Steve Carpenter on Google
“Good Earth built and installed our pond with a beautiful water fall about 3 years ago. It is the focal point of our back yard. In the years since installation, they have provided exceptional maintenance. They have been very responsive when we have run into some minor problems. Dan and his crew are very responsive and professional. I highly recommend them.”
Thomas Kramer on Google
“Good Earth Water Gardens has helped me manage a water feature in front of my home. It needed some repair to fix a leak and they stayed on it to find the leak. Now they come and service it twice a year to keep it running smoothly. They know what they are doing and I trust their knowledge and suggestions on how to keep it running for a long time.”
Barbara cloud on Google
“We hired them to do our backyard pond pool and we’re about 3/4 of the way done and it’s looking pretty epic. Can’t wait to see the final product. They have great worth work ethic and artistic eye. Very professional and easy to work with.”
Melissa Morris on Google
“Came when scheduled and took care of winter shutdown.”
Ellen Jervis on Google
“Performed work as described in estimate. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Thx”
Pat Graham on Google

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Questions from Weatherby Lake homeowners

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Do you serve Weatherby Lake?

Yes. Weatherby Lake is part of the Kansas City metro area we serve for water feature design, installation, maintenance and repair. Our office is at 1308C NW Vivion Rd in Kansas City, MO, and our crews work across the metro on both sides of the state line.

Can you build a waterfall on a steep hillside?

Yes, a slope is one of the best places for a waterfall. On the Richmond project in Weatherby Lake we stabilized the hillside with boulders and rockwork, built dual cascades down the slope and added a stone stairway for access.

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Weatherby Lake, MO

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