Teton Pines
Location: Wilson, Wyoming
Lake Area: 1.5 acre
Installed: 2022
Teton Pines
Location: Wilson, Wyoming
Lake Area: 1.5 acre
Installed: 2022
Overview
At the foot of Grand Teton National Park, the Arnold Palmer–designed Teton Pines Country Club draws irrigation water from the Snake River and Fish Creek—sources increasingly impacted by phosphorus and nitrogen runoff from nearby housing, cattle ranches, and septic systems. Despite its commitment to environmental stewardship as an Audubon International Member Club, the course faced persistent filamentous algae blooms that marred its scenic ponds. In 2022, the HOA and SonicPure partnered to pilot an ultrasonic solution that would restore pond health without chemicals while protecting the property’s natural ecosystem
The Challenge
Recurring spirogyra algae mats had overtaken ponds across the course, especially on the 18th hole, frustrating golfers and homeowners alike. Traditional chemical treatments risked harming wildlife and conflicting with the club’s sustainability standards. Water sampling confirmed that nutrient-rich runoff was driving the blooms. With visibility, aesthetics, and member satisfaction at stake, Teton Pines needed a reliable, chemical-free method to reclaim its water features—one that aligned with its conservation values and could withstand Wyoming’s challenging seasonal conditions without introducing new environmental impacts
Working with superintendent Mark Lyon, SonicPure installed two Pulsar 4400™ solar-powered ultrasonic units on the 18th hole. Within 30 days, the thick mats of spirogyra dissipated, revealing clear water and vibrant reflections once hidden beneath algae. Golfers could see and retrieve their balls for the first time in years, and residents praised the restored beauty of the pond. Board Member John Culbertson called the results “extremely impressive,” highlighting both SonicPure's service and the system’s performance.
The Pulsar 4400™ operates by transmitting more than 4,000 ultrasonic frequencies that target algae’s critical structural resonance, disrupting reproduction and flotation without releasing toxins—a true environmental win-win. The success at Teton Pines underscores how ultrasonic technology can replace chemicals, reduce maintenance costs, and sustain pristine water quality for golf courses committed to ecological excellence
The Challenge
Working with superintendent Mark Lyon, SonicPure installed two Pulsar 4400™ solar-powered ultrasonic units on the 18th hole. Within 30 days, the thick mats of spirogyra dissipated, revealing clear water and vibrant reflections once hidden beneath algae. Golfers could see and retrieve their balls for the first time in years, and residents praised the restored beauty of the pond. Board Member John Culbertson called the results “extremely impressive,” highlighting both SonicPure's service and the system’s performance.
The Pulsar 4400™ operates by transmitting more than 4,000 ultrasonic frequencies that target algae’s critical structural resonance, disrupting reproduction and flotation without releasing toxins—a true environmental win-win. The success at Teton Pines underscores how ultrasonic technology can replace chemicals, reduce maintenance costs, and sustain pristine water quality for golf courses committed to ecological excellence
The SonicPure Solution
The Pulsar 4400 emits over 4000 unique ultrasonic frequencies into the water column, hitting the Critical Structural Resonance of the algal cell which breaks the cell bond, interferes with the reproductive or flotation mechanism and expedites the death of the algae cell. The outer membrane of the cell is retained, preventing the release of toxins.
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