Mainline Installation #14

After mainline installation

Mainline installation has been completed on #14 up to #16 green. The back fill and clean-up is going very well with dry soil conditions. These trenchlines may settle and require some finish grading later. They will remain visible until the grow back in over the summer.

Trenching Started

Trenching of the mainline began today on number fourteen. About 2,000 feet of pipe was installed as well as several valves. In advance of the digging all utilities are being located as well as portions of the existing irrigation system. The trencher encountered two drain lines which will be repaired prior to backfilling the trench.

With the help of the Nutt Team, several valves on the existing system have been located. This will help to isolate smaller sections of the system while work is being performed and reduce the risk of losing hitting the system, losing water and the turf drying out.

Remember that in order to complete this project prior to the fall overseeding process, equipment must continue to run while golf play is in the area. Everyone is doing their best to minimize disruption and we apologize for any inconvenience that is caused as we work to complete this project. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Pipe Welding

This is the welding machine we are using to weld together the HDPE pipe. We have two of these machines running on this project to increase productivity.

We will weld the mainline pipe together in the far rough on each hole that we are working on. We can weld up to a 1000 feet of pipe together before moving it in place.

Due to the time constraint and the large scope of this job we must keep the machines moving at all times. We will not be able to turn off equipment when golf play comes through. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.

Mobilization Underway

Equipment has continued to arrive on the Plantation as part of the irrigation project. Both Nutt Irrigation's equipment as well as rental equipment are currently being staged in the maintenance complex. In the next few days the project staging area will move to the open field near the Wedge Range. Other staging areas around the course will also be used to store equipment and materials.

A rental equipment delivery

Trencher that will be used in mainline installation

Project to Start Monday

With a successfull Member/Guest underway, we are looking ahead to the start of the irrigation system replacement. Nutt Construction has already begun to mobilize with some equipment on-site. The project officially start next Monday. First to be installed will be the main line around the course. You will soon start to see paint marking and pin flags on the course as we determine to exact routing of the pipe.

We will make every effort to keep the entire course open throughout the project however regular hole closures should be expected. If a hole is closed, please follow any directional signs around the work area. Please stay clear of the work area for your safety. If you have any questions or comments, please email  us at jmiller@igminc.net or tminamyer@igminc.net.

Who Needs an Irrigation System?

With the wet weather recently, who needs an irrigation system? Truth is, with regular rainfall you don't need an irrigation system. If we can find a way to schedule Mother Nature to provide about one inch of rain per week, we would be all set. Of course turf managers are particular and want to be able to control the time and the volume of each rain. Not too much to ask right? We'll keep working on that but until then, the irrigation system will remain an important tool in maintaining the course. The start of installation is fast approaching and final preparations have been made. The entire Team is excited about the challenge ahead.

The wet weather has also created quite a challenge for the IGM team to maintain and prepare the course for the recent events and the Member/Guest which right around the corner. From washed out bunkers to the disruption of mowing frequencies, the rain has thrown a pretty big wrench in our plans. We are working diligently to clean up, make repairs and get the course prepared. With more rain in the forecast for next Tuesday, seems we can't catch a break. We expect some very long work days over the next week and hope everyone can proud of the results.