Pipe Installation #13

As many of you have noticed, we are currently involved in a project next to #13 green. A few months ago the homeowner adjacent to the green reported sink holes in his lawn; at the time we were not sure if it was related to the drainage system for the golf course. After extensive research using a robotic camera and exploratory digging,  it was concluded a drainage pipe from the course had collapsed. Our original goal was to repair the failed sections of pipe that crossed the homeowners property.  Unfortunately, once the pipe was exposed we realized there were many more failed sections than originally thought. Based on these findings, we determined the best option would be to cap off both ends of the 24", 300 foot pipe and install a new one on the course property.

New techniques approved by the pipe manufacturer regarding the installation of back fill aggregates were used to ensure the longevity of the newly installed pipe. Unlike the old pipe and back fill, the newly installed pipe called for an aggregate to be used below, around and on top of the pipe. The aggregate chosen was #57 limestone. 

Weather combined with the scope of work has made this project difficult to complete. On the course we still need to do a final grade to the areas prior to any sod being installed. On the homeowner's property we have grade work, sod installation and landscape installation left to complete.

Below are several pictures of the process. As we begin to move forward I will provide more updates.






Notice the crushed pipe in the homeowners lawn at the bottom of a 20 foot hole

Contractor installing pipe

Aggregate being installed around pipe

Connection being made at drain inlet on the course