Scovill Golf Club is a 18-hole public golf course in Decatur, Illinois, designed by Dick Nugent and built in 1922. Green fees run $20.00 on weekdays and $20.50 on weekends. The layout features Bluegrass fairways and Bent Grass greens, 31-40 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open mar 1 to nov 30, first tee time at 6:30 AM, metal spikes allowed. The course handles approximately 35,000 rounds per year, serving the local Decatur golf community. Scovill Golf Club welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Decatur, Illinois.
Contact Details
3909 W Main StDecatur, Illinois 62522
217-429-6243
kb@decparks.com
www.decatur-parks.org/golf/courses.htm
Course Information
| Course City | Decatur |
|---|---|
| Course County | Macon |
| Course State | Illinois |
| Course Classification | Public |
| Course Built | 1922 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 35,000 |
| Course Season | Mar 1 to Nov 30 |
| Course Manager | Rick Anderson |
| Course Club Pro | Jay Dexter |
| Course Superintendant | Wayne Brown |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Designer | Dick Nugent |
| Course Shop Hours | 6:00 AM / N/A |
| Course Dress Code | No tank tops or cutoffs |
| Course Weekend Fees | $20.50 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $20.00 |
| Course Tee Reservation | Accepted |
| Course Earliest Tee Time | 6:30 AM |
| Course Holes | 18 |
| Course Green | Bent Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bluegrass |
| Course Water Hazard | Yes |
| Course Bunker | 31-40 |
| Course Metal Spike | Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | May September |
| Course Overseeding | No Overseeding |
| Course Five-somes | Not Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at Scovill Golf Club?
It costs $20.50 to play at Scovill Golf Club on the weekend and $20.00 to play on weekdays.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used on the greens at Scovill Golf Club is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bluegrass.
What is the dress code at Scovill Golf Club?
The dress code at Scovill Golf Club is No tank tops or cutoffs.
How many rounds of golf are played at Scovill Golf Club each year?
There are an estimated 35,000 rounds of golf played at Scovill Golf Club each year.
Does Scovill Golf Club have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the Scovill Golf Club course.
Does Scovill Golf Club have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 31-40 sand bunkers located on the Scovill Golf Club course.
When are the greens aerated at Scovill Golf Club?
Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Scovill Golf Club are aerated in May and September.