Pros:
-Concrete Tees
-Decent Baskets
-Quick Play
-Some benches / trashcans
-Good Map
-Area is kept up well
Cons:
-Par 2s for 7 holes
-Favors a RHFH or LHBH on at least 3 holes (tough to get Par otherwise)
-Can get busy (has been at least twice when I played)
-Lines for 4 and 7 cross and throw at each other
-Was more open area to use
Other Thoughts:
Interstate Battery DGC is located in the green space west of the Interstate Battery warehouse in Urbandale, IA. A short course of all less than 275' with 3 less than 200'. Most of these are just out of "pitch n putt" range with either the distance or the weaving around trees. Holes 1 and 2 really demand a right fade to even have a chance at making par. The lines for #4 and 7 cross and throw at each other and with 4 staring across the road and 7 being down about 10 feet, there is a danger of cross traffic. Very errant shots behind #3, right of #4 and up and behind #7 may end up on a busy street (industrial area). Baskets have been updated and painted (in an Interstate Battery paint scheme) recently. The area does seem to be mowed regularly, but with a higher cut, you will get little to no bounce in the grass here. There is a lot of space that could be used for some wider open and longer shots, seems like a bit of a miss on design. The design, pars and potential traffic keep this down for me. That being said, working on your short game or looking for a quick round, this is a nice course to do that at. I have enjoyed my rounds here and will probably play again, probably in conjunction with other area courses.