Pdf on jan 1, 2007, dr robert and others published best. The comparative assessment will weigh a variety of factors that will guide the. Stacey, golf course superintendents association of america, 1421 research park drive, lawrence, ks 66049. Mar 05, 2020 the florida department of environmental protection is the states lead agency for environmental management and stewardship protecting our air, water and land.
Water efficiency practices lower the longterm costs and help ensure sufficient supplies are available for future use and the environment. The golf course water resources handbook of best management practices provides a concise overview of 18 best management practices bmps to help improve and protect water resources. We have a 10 million gallon effluent water holding pond on the golf course that initially presented problems with algae and low oxygen. Golf course environmental profile measures water use. Environmental management practices for golf courses. To address these issues, hundreds of golf course superintendents have learned that the. Reclaimed water use for irrigation on texas golf courses. The first publication, nutrient bmps for golf courses in louisiana and mississippi lsu ag center pub. Dissolved salts in recycled water tend to reduce the number of cation exchange sites, reducing the nutrient holding capacity of the soil. Proper management and conservation of water resources is an important issue for golf course management. The development of the best management practices for georgia golf courses was made possible by superintendents in the state of georgia, the georgia golf course superintendents association, and turfgrass scientists at the university of georgia uga.
Water is a limited resource and conflicts on water use threa ten economic development and political stability. The total property area for most golf courses is between 150 200 acres. This performance highlighted the merits of having a plan on a golf course, and the discipline to stick with it. Nov 17, 2016 golf course design course design is a key component of effective water management and it is critical to understand the natural water flow patterns throughout the site. The great variation in golf course location, size, and layout, as well as special wildlife species and habitat considerations. Water quality management of purdues kampen golf course. Golf courses report, the third in the series from the golf course environmental profile, demonstrates the practical and careful use of nutrients by professional superintendents in every day applications. The water taking data is used to examine biophysical golf course characteristics that influence water use, to estimate annual water use by golf courses in ontario, to identify the potential for water use reductions through best management practices. Massdeps water management act program regulates the amount of water withdrawn from massachusetts ground and surface water resources. Our process begins by assessing your golf course design and looking for ways to reduce water use while maintaining the playability and design integrity of the course. An advisory committee was created consisting of members of the golf course industry, consultants, public interest groups, government agencies and the academic community. Department of public health guidelines for the safe handling of drinking water, ice and dispensers if youre using drinking water dispensers on your golf course you should follow these guidelins to minimize the transmission of communicable illnesses.
All with the same poor quality water that gave us the problem in the first place. Golf course water resources handbook of best management practices. Stormwater management best management practices for. Golf course environmental profile measures water use, source, cost, quality, and management and conservation strategies clark s.
In this experimental work it was intended to evaluate the effect of fytofoam in the management of water irrigation in a golf course. Golf course layout has a large impact on water use. As an industry, golf s water footprint is significant, incorporating the irrigation of thousands of golf courses worldwide and the use of potable water in clubhouses, restaurants and real estate. Conduct a site assessment to evaluate current environmental management practices, and identify strengths and liabilities. Our ground breaking technology offers natural water treatment solutions for your golf course water management challenges. Water quality impacts by golf courses article pdf available in journal of environmental quality 283 may 1999 with 1,372 reads how we measure reads. Some ponds are designed with waterfiltration systems to circulate and filter water in hopes of reducing algae and keeping the water pristine. How much water does golf use and where does it come from. Water quality management of purdues kampen golf course zachary reicher, ron turco, and jon harbor objective the objective was to determine how effective created wetlands are in filtering water runoff from commercial, residential, and golf course areas before the water enters a highly valued environmental area.
Accurately track golf course soil conditions to precisely determine when to irrigate. Pdf on jan 1, 2007, dr robert and others published best management practices. Best management practices bmps south florida water. Keeping water at the proper balance within the plant is one of the core functions of a golf course super intendent, who relies on an irrigation. Golf courses do not pose a significant pollution threat to the nations water supplies.
The general public looks at the large green expanse of a golf course and the amount of water it uses and assumes that the golf course is wasting water. Water management at golf courses algae and macrophytes. Water management is an important consideration for the planning, design, construction, and operation of a golf course. Efficient water use and water quality management on golf courses requires uptodate technologies, continuing education, scientific research, and sound management practices by golf course superintendents. As an audubon international signature course, water quality is important at cateechee golf club. View best management practices, water management plans, case studies, multimedia and more on this interactive map. All recognized that golf course management had to step up to address the. Golf facilities in the north central, northeast and transition regions had the lowest water. Hiawatha golf course area water management alternatives. Implementing environmental management practices enhances existing natural habitats and landscaping on the golf course to promote wildlife and biodiversity conservation. Global water consumption is doubling every 20 years and water deficits are increasing.
Barber of cranberry township, pa, who contacted bill kirkpatrick at aquatic environment consultants, inc. There is no question that water is necessary to maintain the field of play on golf courses. Gcsaas golf course environmental profile is a data collection project that provides new insight into the property features, management practices and inputs associated with golf courses across the united states. Proven to clean golf course ponds and lakes naturally, without any chemicals, complex treatment plants or filters. In the golf industry, it is not commonly used since they have difficulty generating sufficient pressure and flow efficiently. We think the future is in monitoring moisture content while tracking overall water use. The availability of quality drinking water is the single largest global environmental issue. An advisory committee was created consisting of members of the golf course industry.
Various wateruse efficiencyconservation strategies are discussed. The florida department of environmental protection is the states lead agency for environmental management and stewardship protecting our air, water and land. Golf courses is of particular interest in conjunction with this. Present situation describe the present situation in relation to water management, including any relevant disadvantages or constraints resulting from historical, geographical andor socioeconomic factors which may have. This can be done when water is analyzed for soluble salts. A longer club, with a lower loft will widen your potential landing area. A usga summit on golf course water use, november 2012. The water needs of the golf course must not impact negatively on the quality or quantity of water that. The water consumption of golf courses is large per. Annual irrigation water cost also varies significantly by agronomic region. The development of a golf course can affect the hydrologic and water quality characteristics of an area compared to the undeveloped or previous site conditions. This booklet presents the results from a user survey on playing quality performed among nordic golf.
The starting area should be con veuient to the golfers easy to. Whether you run a hotel or motel, a restaurant or a cleaning service, a condominium or a nursery, an office or a retail store, there are a number of ways for you. As you read through the various bmps, you will notice that prior planning and knowledge are recurring themes. Efficient and responsible maintenance practices for the golf course will promote the proper use and conservation of water resources. Arsenic was detected in eightyfive percent 85% of shallow 712 ft groundwater samples. Watertronics water treatment solutions for the golf industry. Golf course irrigation systems are normally in the 80% efficiency range, the highest achievable efficiency with overhead irrigation.
Best management practices bmps most also find that they can reduce costs and improve their bottom line by operating in ways that help to minimize their impact on natural resources. The threehour exam includes 125 equally weighted, multiplechoice questions on golf course irrigation procedures, soilplant water relationships, irrigation scheduling and equipmenttechnology. The water consumption of golf courses is large per area unit and supply of irrigation water limits the development of golf in several parts of the world. With more golf courses than any other state, the florida golf industry is often in the. Department of public health guidelines for the safe. Can be used with any brand of irrigation system and integrates directly with toro s lynx central. Properly managed water resources provide good quality irrigation water, aesthetically pleasing ponds and streams, appropriate stormwater treatment, and no offsite surface or ground water pollution problems. A golf course can provide enhancement to the environment by. By the end of this course, our aim is to enable you to.
Preface this publication is the second in a series addressing best management practices for louisiana and mississippi golf courses. Pdf best management practices bmps wateruse efficiency. Golf course ownership is a tenuous endeavor these days, but it hasnt always been so shaky. Lesson cover water conservation at home, in the workplace, water management, conservation in primary production, health, recycling and more. Golf course irrigation with reclaimed water in the mediterranean. Pdf evaluation of golf course water use grady miller. Pdf golf course irrigation with reclaimed water in the. Each golf player perceives playing quality in a unique way and it is defined by many different factors on the course. Golf course superintendents are often trained in the uses of these practices and grasses. Wirelessly use monitors soil moisture, salinity and temperature. Lets talk about another player who had the talent to win. Nutrient management plans for golf courses are valid for five years unless the course undergoes major redesign or renovation during that time. Management agreement fullerton municipal golf course. Now he is bringing this experience to golf water to focus on the needs of golf course managers, owners, and superintendents.
This approach deals with the symptoms but does not fix the problem. Usga water budget calculator a water budget is an estimate of the amount of irrigation water that will be used by a golf course throughout the course of the year. A risk management matter article pdf available in water 44. The dnr is very aware of golfs interest in developing an environmental stewardship bmp certification program with the opportunity for permit modifications so at the minimum there would be some water available to the course in times of crisis. Further, studies show that stormwater runoff is near zero from golf courses. Water quality analyses may report salinity using a number of parameters, as shown in the appendix guidelines for using recycled wastewater for golf course irrigation in the northeast. The vision of the florida department of environmental protection is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard floridas natural resources and enhance its ecosystems.
Water and golf sustainable golf course management geo. Water management on a golf course is one of the significant keys to the success of course management. An environmental approachto golf course development. Proper management of stormwater controls the amount and rate of water leaving the course, controls erosion and sedimentation, stores irrigation water, removes waterborne pollutants, enhances wildlife habitat, and addresses aesthetic and playability concerns. Yes, golf needs and uses water roughly 500 courses average of 7. Aec has a long history of effective golf course lake and pond management. The compromised quality of traditional golf course irrigation water sources and the everincreasing cost of municipal water present golf course owners, operators and superintendents with issues affecting irrigation supply, cost and availability. Lesson structure there are 10 lessons in this course. The ponds were 100% clean and our water source was much better. Water budget a water budget uses historical climate information and site data to estimate the amount of water a golf facility needs in an aver age year to keep turf healthy and play able. How much water does golf use and where does it come. Golf water golf course irrigation design and consulting.
Golf course environmental profile measures water use, source. Golf course turf is an excellent filter for water and has been used in communities to cleanse grey water, such as incorporating them into bioswales. Water is a precious resource and golf courses should only use what is absolutely necessary. Fullerton golf course management agreement 120110, page 2 of 23 agreement means this management agreement annual plan. One partpermillion ppm or one mgl of nitrogen in water is equivalent to 2. Guidelines for water quality enhancement at golf courses. Water conservation home study water resource management. This ensures adequate supplies for current and future needs.
The control of stormwater on a golf course is more than just preventing the flooding of the clubhouse, maintenance sites, and play areas. Ten things every golfer should know about water use on golf. Fytofoam is a substance which may reduce the water consumptions up to 7 to 8 l. Neither groundwater nor surface water is threatened by golf course runoff. This has led to significant reduction in the amount of water and chemicals on courses. Every golf hole has a unique design, and course architects love to try and get you to gamble with your club selection. As golf courses incorporate successful water management tools into golf course design, including efficient irrigation systems, they can begin to be viewed as part of the solution to potential water issues. Golf course shall have the meaning ascribed to that term in recital a.
This publication provides the superintendent or golf course operator with sound management strategies to maintain the golf course in a positive manner with respect to environmental protection, water quality protection, and conservation. The golf water principal has visited and worked with thousands of golf courses throughout the world, learning about the challenges faced in different climates and harsh environments. A wellplanned golf course enhances the golfers game, a wellgroomed putting green, driving range and golf course pro vide the golfer with the key compo nents of the game and allow for further strengthening of skills. Hydrobull no 120 golf course irrigation pump stations 2009 11 27 page 6 2. Water use and golf courses irrigation optimization. Develop a map of the course that highlights wildlife habitats, water resources, and management zones to use. Nutrient reduction and inactivation methods are listed in table 1. Water resource management bmps for golf courses in. Because the issues in the hiawatha golf course area are primarily related to groundwater and surface water management, the mprb, city and mcwd selected two alternatives based on differing water management approaches for the areaand is documented in the hiawatha golf course area water management alternatives memo dated 6212017. A golf players definition of playing quality depends on skills and on what the eyes see, and varies according to geography. Concentrations exceeded the current maximum contaminant level mcl of 50 ugl in thirty. This document provides a comprehensive discussion of the characteristics and value of the bmp approach to achieving water conservation on a golf course. Water use for irrigation is a critical and growing issue in the state of florida. Environmental quality monitoring at five municipal golf.
Principles for golf courses in the united states 1996, a collaborative effort by environmental and health groups, including beyond pesticides, player organizations, and the golf course superintendents association. These data provide an accurate portrayal of golf course water use. Staples golf advocates the maintenance of fast and firm playing conditions. Using water efficiently the royal and ancient golf club. Factors affecting golf course valuation paradigm tax group. Evaluation the use of fytofoam on the water management. Golf course operators should test pond water for nutrient levels, particularly nitrogen, at least twice a year. If that landing area includes bunkers, trees, and hazards, then it might be a good idea to take out the shorter club. This document presents a water management evaluation of the golf course, ultimately leading to an assessment of two alternatives. Efficient water use and water quality management on golf courses requires uptodate technologies, continuing education, scientific research, and sound management practices by golf course. Watertronics has the expertise and flexibility to select the best, most costeffective solution for addressing any golf market irrigation water. Water use on golf courses october 6, 2017 this usga green section collection assembled to supplement the march 6, 2015 and april 1, 2016 issues of the green section record provides useful resources pertaining to the management of water on golf courses. Golf course water resources handbook of best management.