River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
The River Golf Club in North Augusta, S.C. is one of those admirable golf courses risen, literally, from the rubbish heap. It sits on the site of an abandoned railroad yard and former illegal dump, a 5-iron over the Savannah River from Augusta, Ga.
You can get a glimpse of the way the old eyesore used to irritate the well-to-do of Augusta; architect Jim Fazio, Tom's older brother, left traces of the old rail yard, with some lingering railroad ties. No sign of garbage or trash, though. The little course is a picturesque gem in what could be considered an urban area, with the lights of downtown Augusta and the riverwalk shining on it in the early mornings or late winter afternoons.
Despite the proximity of the mighty Savannah River, which drains a basin that includes three states, the only water that comes into play are the lakes, ponds and impenetrable marsh that lie inland. No river here at the River Club; it's there for scenic value only.
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina. The course was built on the site of a former illegal dump.
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River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina. Lakes, ponds and marsh all come into play.
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River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina. The course was designed by Jim Fazio, Tom's brother.
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River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina. The course sits across the Savannah River from downtown Augusta, Ga.
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River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina. The course has a slope rating of 129 from the back tees.
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River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina. There is water on 12 of the 18 holes, though most of it is lateral.
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River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina
River Golf Club in North Augusta, South Carolina. The course is flat and watery, unlike most in the Augusta area.
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