Golf Course Irrigation Water Quality and Turf Damage
Summary
Severe heat and poor recycled water quality caused extensive algae damage to the golf course greens. Management proposed using five temporary greens and offering a 25% discount to players through September.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
An estimated $140,000 revenue reduction from the 25% discount through September, plus future capital costs for lake lining and water system upgrades.
Golfers playing during September who receive a 25% discount, and the long-term health of the golf course turf.
Golfers inconvenienced by temporary greens and damaged putting surfaces.
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