How is Duke limiting water use at the golf course and Washington Duke Inn?
At Duke University Golf Club, water for irrigation comes from two retention ponds fed by the Sandy Creek watershed. In addition to reducing the area of the course that is irrigated, the frequency and duration of watering has been decreased. Plus, plant growth regulators, the same type used on nursery stock, have been applied on the fairways, roughs, tees and greens to control growth and ease the need for water.
