Fieldstone Retaining Wall Project

This month we were able to have Boulderman Landscaping come out and rebuild the retaining walls in front of #1 tee and along #8 tees.  One great resource we have here is the amount of field stone that has been collected and stored over the years, some of which were tremendous in size and made for quite a dramatic upgrade in look over the railroad ties that once held as a wall.  80% of the total stone used in this project came from Elcona's land.  Below are some pictures of the process, and the final look.  

Harold loading stone from our north field

Our contractor laid down a fabric behind the wall to help curb soil erosion and weed growth.  River rock was placed behind the stones to aid in drainage and prevent soil from washing out behind and causing possible wall collapse.

A breakdown of the materials used in the wall

8 Green tee after stone work is finished

8 Tee from afar

Number 1 Tee's final work

While the stone work has been completed, the project is not.  In the coming week, we will be removing a strip of sod and re-contouring the grade from the tee to the rocks on #8, and laying sod to overlap the top course of rock, to further stabilize the top of the wall and make a much smoother transition from tee to wall.  Until we can complete this work, everyone should utilize the stairs or walk onto the tee from the back to prevent any stones from dislodging and causing harm.  We will have signs reminding everyone of this.  Also, we will be repairing some damage to the older asphalt path as there was a bit of buckling with the weight of materials used and the thawing of the earth beneath.  As weather allows, we will be making those repairs.  Please watch your path and speed as you traverse to 8 green.

Grade work behind the stones still needs to be completed

When this project is completed, it will add a dramatic new look to the golf course and provide a longer term solution compared to landscape timbers.  I appreciate your understanding while we complete these improvements!

Ryan