Pond Boss Forums INTRO Questions & Observations Cutting trees off levee, dropping them in the pond

I have let this go on too long and need to cut down the trees on my levee. It is mostly willows with some gum, oak and hickory. I had originally wanted to pull all of them out as I cut them but have wondered if just throwing them in the pond would be OK? I really think I would be making a huge mess and all that wood would not be good for the water. Was wondering what everyone's thoughts were about this. All the trees on the back side of the levee are not a problem to deal with. Once the levee is cleared off I will be keeping it that way. The picture shows how thick the trees are on the pond side of the levee all the way around. I have about 300 ft. of levee to deal with. I appreciate any ideas. Thanks.