Multiple tees are the norm today due to the wide variety of players. Major gradework may be required to eliminate blind shots or to soften severe terrain. Also, many fairway areas may be reduced due to incorporation of multiple tees. The trend has been toward milder convolutions of the edges of bunkers and more gentle rise from the bottom of the bunker to the top edge. Gentler contours eliminate hand mowing, reducing time and labor expenses.
Ponds enhance visual impact, offering a stimulating challenge if they are strategically placed.
They also can serve as a valuable water retention source for irrigation and allied real estate use. The excavated material can often be used to rebuild bunkers and mounds. Good irrigation systems can't be over-emphasized. The trend is toward completely automated systems. Installing an irrigation system is a relatively simple procedure.