Rainfall totals as of 3:15 on Friday June 28 were 2.25"(57.1 mm) with more in the forecast. The golf course has been closed for the day and may be closed on Saturday if the rain continues as the ground is not able to receive any more water. With the exception of the greens, there is standing water on all other playing surfaces. The new greens and bunkers were well constructed with adequate drainage to allow for rapid draining and are handling the excessive moisture. With the exception of a few bunkers, some will require minor replacement of the sand that has been washed from the bunker edges exposing the bunker liner. The maintenance crew will be working to repair any damage to these areas first thing Saturday June 29th.
The collars on a few greens are showing weakness and turf decline due to high traffic in concentrated areas. The following areas are stressed due to traffic (#3 front of green, #5 front right collar, #6 front left collar, #9 approach, #10 front left collar, #11 front left collar, #12 front right collar, #14 front right collar, #15 front left collar, #17 approach) These areas are the shortest path to the next tee and would ask that players avoid these areas. Ropes and stakes have been placed around the weak collars to deflect foot and pull cart traffic so that these areas can recover. If ropes or stakes are going to interfere with your shot, remove the stake and then return the stakes to there original position.
And finally, thanks again to all those that came out to the Member Divot Party on Sunday June 23rd. Our goal of filling all divots on tees and fairways was a huge success and completed in under 2 hours. Burgers and drinks were enjoyed on the patio afterwards and look forward to our next member maintenance event.
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