Valve Installation

Over the last couple weeks the Stillmeadow Turf and Maintenance staff has been busy working on the new installation or replacement of gate valves at different locations throughout the irrigation system.  These valves allow us to isolate sections of the irrigation system for quicker service and repair to any issues we encounter within that area.  While this process probably seems as though it won't have much of an impact on daily playing conditions, we can assure you that it does.  As mentioned, these valves allow us to localize leaks and sprinkler issues in a timely fashion.  The valves also give us more of an opportunity to address the problems as they occur rather than waiting for several issues to add up before shutting down the entire system.  These time saving benefits will allow us to redistribute our resources to things like better playability and capital improvement items while also allowing us to eliminate many eyesores on the course as they occur.  The more areas we have the ability to improve upon such as this, the brighter our future looks.  Just remember, you may not always see the immediate impact of projects like these but it is our hope that you will see long term success for many years to come!