If i was digging out a lake i would make sure you have a good depth in the margins TIGHT to the bank, (min 2ft) as you will catch really well here and the fish will settle easier and obviously spook less.Bolingey is one example as is Lands end.
Also under water features are a must like bars, holes,shelves ect as fish love these and are feeding spots!
Personally i wouldnt make it more than six feet deep as this is comfotable,and a nice depth for shallow fishing ect.
Also look at the compass and think about wind direction as this could pay a major part in how well the lake fishes and obviously how comfortable it will be to fish and present baits.Who likes sitting in a north easterly with the wind sock in your face blowing the float directly under your pole!!!Not me!!
Make sure you dont stack the spoil too close to the lake as this will make shipping the pole in impossible at a uncomfortable angle,loads of fisheries make this mistake.
Comfortable pegging is vital, nice big platforms clearly marked with space between makes a big difference than squeezing pegs tight together.
Spring fed lakes fish harder round here due to water temp and usually take longer to respond after winter than non spring fed lakes, remember this when you stock it.
Talk to your local anglers and see what they would like as these will be your bread and butter..
Anyway i think i have waffled on enough for now,it really is a minefield mate wish you all the best with it...
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