SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO AM) Sioux Falls' oldest and busiest golf course, Elmwood Golf Course, celebrated a grand reopening and ribbon cutting on Friday.
The celebration marked the completion of a $5 million, three-year, three-phase renovation. There was always some part of the course open during the project, but now all 27 holes are available for play.
The improvements include realigning of holes, major grading and drainage improvements, concrete cart paths, a new irrigation system, a new five-hole junior course, driving range renovation, and the regrassing of all the tees, fairways, and greens for consistent playing conditions from hole to hole.
“The golf course architect, Kevin Norby of Herfort-Norby, and Landscapes Unlimited did an amazing job and we couldn’t be more satisfied. The completion of the three-phase project has energized our membership, and we are excited to have all 27 holes back in play,” says Tom Jansa of Dakota Golf Management.
Elmwood is a landmark in Sioux Falls that has been open for play since 1923.