Ponding Methods:

Ponding method is mainly adopted for surfaces members such as pavements, floors, roofs, slabs and sidewalks, etc. In this method, a small dam of earth or water retaining material is placed around the perimeter of the surface. The surface is 'firstly' covered for 24 hours after placing and compacting concrete. The enclosed area is additional divided into a number of rectangles and is kept flooded with water. Water is filled in the rectangles two to three times per day depending upon the climatic conditions.