Golf Course Inspection Summary of December 3, 2007
Inspection
Tees: For the most part tees were in good
shape. Some tees were not properly
aimed. Markers for forward tees were
mostly unusable in winter months when they are most needed. Building of proper forward tees would allow
these tees to be used year round.
Fairways: Fairways were in good condition rated at 4+.
Fairway bunkers were
generally in good condition rated at 4+.
Lips should be reduced on holes 12, 14, 15 and 17. 15 had a low sand level.
Primary Rough: Generally in good condition. On of our team suggested cutting the rough
shorter in winter which would make it easier to find balls, allow ground to dry
out quicker and would help reduce the problem of excessive long rough brought
about by winter conditions that often preclude the ability to mow rough as
often as desired.
Greenside Bunkers: Greenside bunkers received the lowest rating
of any area of the golf course. They
received a rating of 3+. Many of these
bunkers are need of being rebuilt. The
primary problem is excessively high lips that in many cases slope back toward
bunker.
Aprons: Ratings of aprons ranged from 3 to 4. The primary issue was uneven grass
levels. At least one Inspection Team
member felt that the aprons should be cut shorter.
Greens: Greens were in great condition. Stimp meter readings ranged from 10.3 to
10.6.
Practice Area: The synthetic greens need attention. Sand and mold were the primary
problems. Pitching mats need to be
inlaid. Bermuda was growing into the
practice bunker. Over ratings of the
Practice area ranged from 1 to 3.
Driving Range: Mats were in better condition than last
inspection. Five hitting mats need to
be replaced.
Addition Comments: Hole 12 Pampas Grass slows down play and adds
an additional hazard. It needs to be
removed.
Hole 13: Fairway cut needs to be extended to right in
front and beside 13th green.
(Ken Wolford concurred)
Hole 14: Tree canopy on the right side of fairway is
too low and affecting play. The trees
need to be trimmed. The left side rough
between the fairway bunkers and fairway is to wide. The rough should be reduced to 8 to 10 feet.
Hole 15: Trim Willow in right rough to 10 feet above
ground.
Hole 17: Remove berry bushes at creek hazard right of
fairway.
Driving Range: The hard rubber mats need to be phased out
and replaced with synthetic grass mats similar to the first two mats on the
right side of driving range. The hard
rubber mats increase the chance of slipping and causing injury during cold or
wet weather.
Practice Area: The yellow practice balls are worn and need
to be replaced.
Overall Conclusion: Course is good condition.