Parks and Football Pitches – Healthy Grass Using Less Water

For many of us, green grass brings to mind sunshine, leisure, and outdoor activities. Parks, green spaces, and sports pitches play an important role in community life, whether for a walk, a family picnic, or a football match.

Maintaining healthy grass across large public areas is challenging. Irrigation systems must work efficiently, yet they often suffer from waterlogging and leaks.

Water Challenges in Dubai’s Public Green Spaces

Dubai’s climate includes intense heat and very little rainfall. As a result, water scarcity remains a serious concern across the UAE. Authorities and facility managers continue to look for ways to reduce water usage, especially in parks and sports facilities.

Grass requires regular watering to remain safe and usable. However, not all irrigation methods deliver water efficiently.

Common Irrigation Systems and Their Limitations

Spray irrigation systems release water through overhead pipes. In extreme heat, much of this water evaporates before it reaches the ground. These systems also cause inconvenience in public parks, as people do not want to walk through spraying water. For this reason, spray systems work better in agricultural areas.

Drip irrigation systems provide water directly to the roots through underground pipes. This method reduces evaporation. However, in sandy soil, water often drains away too quickly and fails to benefit the grass.

A more advanced solution involves excavating the area, installing a waterproof membrane, laying gravel and pipework, and placing turf on top. This design allows roots to absorb water directly while retaining excess moisture inside the membrane. As a result, water usage decreases during dry periods.

The Importance of Ongoing Maintenance

These systems only work well when teams maintain them properly. Flooded grass areas prevent matches, close pitches, and make parks unusable. A picnic on a waterlogged lawn quickly becomes unpleasant.

With underground irrigation systems, leaks create a serious challenge. Locating damaged pipes often requires excavation, which drives up costs and wastes both time and water.

Modern Leak Detection for Irrigation Systems

New technology now helps facility managers protect irrigation systems while reducing water waste. Specialists scan the ground using infrared and thermal imaging. This method identifies leaks quickly and pinpoints their exact location.

When teams detect leaks early, they carry out small and cost-effective repairs. In addition, engineers can install sensor systems inside new pipework. These sensors alert managers immediately when moisture or leaks appear, allowing proactive maintenance instead of reactive repairs.

If you manage public parks or sports facilities and want to keep your irrigation system operating efficiently, arrange a professional inspection today. Together, we can keep Dubai green.

For information on how we can help if you suspect a leak, consult LeakDTech’s professionals now!