Strategic Drainage Solutions

A detailed plan is created for all our Strategic Drainage Solutions.

These are just a few examples of techniques used to solve common drainage problems on golf courses, sports fields, and green spaces.

Problem

Shallow puddles remain over most of a relatively flat surface hours after a rain.

Suspected Issue

The native soil just beneath the turf is not allowing water to flow deeper. (Clay is often to blame.)

Solution

Sand capping, with the potential addition of lateral and collector drains, depending on the amount of rain in the area.

Problem

Water pools in low lying areas and does not dissipate for days.

Suspected Issue

The water is draining down slopes and not necessarily into the soil beneath the turf.

Solution

Examination, testing and analysis to determine whether the problem is localized or is affecting an entire area. For example, if grass is dying at higher elevations, it may not be getting enough water, while grass dying near the pools, may be oversaturated. Core soil samples will also determine if compaction has occurred, and the type of native soil. Once the issues have been determined, a drainage system to solve the specific problems found, will be found.