Walk the full course weekly. Prioritize by: safety risk first, playability impact second. A cart path pothole that could flip a cart comes before a cosmetic bunker edge.
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Tee Box Repairs
1
Mark the damaged area
2
Remove compromised turf with sod cutter
3
Fill with sand/soil mix and level
4
Overseed and topdress, roll smooth
5
Reroute tee markers over the repaired area
Allow 2–4 weeks recovery before full traffic returns.
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Cart Path Maintenance
1
Regular: sweep debris and pull edge weeds
Overgrowth accelerates edge cracking.
2
Minor cracks: clean out loose material, fill with rubberized sealant
3
Major potholes: cut and remove damaged section
Compact the base, patch with asphalt or concrete, allow to cure fully.
4
Rope off repair areas with warning signage
No carts until surface is fully cured.
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Bunker Maintenance
1
Rake daily during active season
Push sand up slopes, smooth footprints, clean edges, remove debris.
2
After heavy rain: push sand back up, remove contaminated material
3
Monthly: check minimum sand depth
4" in center · 2" near edges. Add or redistribute as needed.
4
Edge bunkers with spade or mechanical edger
Maintain a clean, defined shape.
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After Any Repair
1
Walk through — surface safe for carts and foot traffic
2
Remove all tools, materials, and hazards
3
Document in maintenance log
4
Photograph significant work (before and after)
Useful for tracking recurring issues and future planning.