Update: Slowed Down, but Still Progressing

In the last update, we highlighted how favorable weather conditions provided an excellent start to the Tuckahoe Creek Course Renovation. A drier-than-normal fall allowed for efficient earthmoving and steady progress in shaping the golf course. Unfortunately, that stretch of good weather came to an end around Thanksgiving, and the construction team has since been challenged by less cooperative conditions.

Construction of the greens on holes 14, 15, and 16 has been completed. Topsoil will now be re-placed around these green complexes to protect the areas through the winter months. The 13th green will be drained and have rootzone mix installed prior to the Christmas break. Greens on holes 1 and 8 will be rough-shaped and ready for review when architect Andrew Green visits following the holiday break.

All major drainage piping has been fully installed on holes 13 through 16. This extensive drainage network captures surface water throughout each hole and provides connectivity between the greens, bunkers, and tee drainage systems. While this work is time-consuming, it is less affected by weather conditions, allowing the construction team to remain productive during periods of inclement weather.

Greenside and fairway bunkers on holes 13 through 16 have been rough-shaped. These areas will remain idle until late winter or early spring, when final drainage, edging, sand installation, and sodding will take place.

Pond construction to accommodate the new holes 5 and 6 has been completed. Minor finish grading remains around the pond edges; however, all major excavation and fill work is finished. The overflow structure is scheduled to be installed over the next few weeks, along with the new piping that will connect the hole 4 pond to the new pond serving holes 5 and 6.

Tree clearing has begun around the greens on holes 12 and 16, and to the left of 14 tees. This work aligns with the architect’s design intent and satisfies regulatory requirements associated with construction in the floodplain.