Originally posted by Bob Spoerl:
In most states ponding logs will require permits from your environmental agency.
That's certainly a concern, especially if you are a commercial outfit...
When it comes to tarping the logs I'd fly the tarp above them so as not to promote decay by trapping moisture against the logs. Basically you want to keep them protected from direct sun and fast drying (especially on one side only). Also keep them up off the ground so air can flow below the log as well as above it.
An alternative might be finding (or creating) a large tank to "pond" them in. I know of a couple of 'hobby' sawyers that are doing that. With a tank it's fairly simple to chain down the logs so they remain completely submerged.
