SandSave is an engineered drainage system for golf course sand traps. Typically, sand trap drainage systems rely on the passive flow of water through sand and filter media or concrete based substrate into a French drain and out to a sump or stream. These systems are costly to install and while they work for some period, over time, dirt, fines, dust etc., ultimately make their way into a passive drain that will eventually clog. This requires a costly and time-consuming repair, usually necessitating a complete removal and redo of the original system. Our research into this problem has led to the development of an active drain system for water removal after a heavy rain. The unique design of the patent pending SandSave system allows an actual physical drain to raise and lower from below the sand. SandSave creates a direct route to the existing drainage piping, eliminating the need for water to slowly percolate through the filter media. SandSave is designed to be powered pneumatically using compressed air from the SandSave Mobile Controller (SMC) which allows SandSave to be activated in year-round weather conditions. The SandSave active drain system is easy to install and maintenance free. SandSave may be incorporated into a new design project or a course reconstruction. In most cases a single SandSave device tied into the existing drain will provide enough drainage for all but the largest traps. Isn’t it time to re-think sand trap drainage and install a device that can reduce the cost of sand trap installation and maintenance by up to 90%? SandSave – “Drain your sand trap not your budget.”