On #17, we are removing the sod from the fairway before the approach. We will be reshaping that area of the fairway to create a more gradual slope into the swale before the green.
In this photo, #14 green doesn't appear to be as smooth at #12 green (below). The reason is a rototiller was run across the green in several directions. If we were using all brand new sand, this step wouldn't be necessary. However, since we saved the sand that was under the green and reused it, it is best to mix the old and new sands together, even if they are the same type of sand. If there is even a slight difference because of age, we don't want a layer to form because the two sands weren't adequately mixed together. Additional new sand was required because the greens are larger than they were, plus we lost some sand when removing the sod and organic layer. We are able to reuse about 70% of the sand that was under the original greens.
Since the shape and elevations of these two putting greens were altered, the irrigation loop around each green was removed prior to construction and then replaced once the final grade was reached. This shows how much work goes into correctly rebuilding a putting green.
The 12th green looks like it is close to being ready for grass!