Golf Fairway Length Calculator
Plan, design, and maintain golf fairways with precision
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About Golf Fairway Planning
Fairway Design Considerations
The fairway is the closely mown area between the tee and the green, designed to reward good tee shots and provide favorable conditions for approach shots. Key design considerations include:
- Width: Wider fairways are more forgiving for less skilled players, while narrower fairways increase difficulty.
- Contours: Gentle slopes can add strategic interest and help with drainage.
- Landing Areas: Strategic widening or narrowing at typical landing zones affects playability.
- Alignment: The fairway direction and doglegs influence shot strategy.
Grass Selection
Different grass types perform better in specific climates and have varying maintenance requirements:
- Bermuda: Excellent for warm-weather regions, drought-resistant but requires full sun.
- Bentgrass: Ideal for cool climates, produces a dense turf but requires intensive maintenance.
- Zoysia: Good transition zone grass, drought-resistant with excellent wear tolerance.
- Fescue: Lower maintenance option for cooler climates with reduced irrigation needs.
- Kentucky Bluegrass: Popular in northern regions, excellent recovery but higher water needs.
Maintenance Requirements
Proper fairway maintenance is essential for playability and aesthetics:
- Mowing: Typically maintained at 0.5-0.75 inches, requiring mowing 2-3 times per week during growing season.
- Irrigation: Needs vary by grass type, season, and climate, but generally 1-1.5 inches of water per week.
- Fertilization: 3-5 lbs. of nitrogen per 1,000 sq. ft. annually, divided into multiple applications.
- Aeration: Annual core aeration helps reduce compaction and promotes root growth.
- Topdressing: Light applications help maintain smooth surface and manage thatch.
- Pest Control: Regular monitoring and integrated management of insects, diseases, and weeds.
Pro Tips
- Consider prevailing winds when designing fairway width and alignment
- Plan for adequate drainage with slopes between 1-2% for surface runoff
- Balance playability against maintenance costs when selecting grass types
- Account for seasonal changes in sun angles when planning tree placement
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