GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE I SPENCER ROBERTS I JANUARY 2019
#1 Tee Complex Renovation On January 7, 2019, the team started an exciting project to #1 tee complex. This project will include adding three new teeing surfaces east (left) of the current tee and will also include expanding the existing tee. Working in conjunction with Tom Watson Design, the renovation will provide the membership with more teeing ground which will help disperse traffic to improve turf quality, provide the hole a modified center line, and enhance the natural beauty of the course. The work is being performed by Viridity, our internal construction company, and barring any unforeseen delays, we anticipate the tees to be open April 23, 2019. The scope of work for the project includes: • • • • • •
Remove existing trees left of the current tee Grade and shape the ground for the new tees Install irrigation and drainage Enlarge current tee Sod the new tees and surrounding area Add new trees around the tee complex
Current overhead view of #1 tee complex
Position of new tees/ existing tee enlargement
#1 Tee Complex Renovation The photo on the right illustrates where the new championship tee will be located. The proposed tees will be situated at a slightly lower grade than the existing tee; however, they will be higher than the natural grade that you see today. ___________________________________
Left of the current teeing surface will be widened three to five feet in some areas. The photo to the right provides an approximate perspective on just how much teeing space will be gained. ___________________________________ As seen in the photo to the right, crew members from Viridity have already begun removing trees where the new tees will be placed. The tree work should be completed in the forthcoming days, followed by grinding the remaining stumps.
New Line of Play