Synthetic turf, that’s not anything I have heard of here in Texas, isn’t that the stuff they have on football fields, I hear it’s softer than grass?? Although I am not sure, so don’t quote me. I like how you mention that Synthetic turf would help in the potential drought and this would save on water. I just wonder what it would look like in ten years, would it fade, melt, and go into the water supply? Or even hurt wildlife? Some questions id want to know before footing the bill and having that not just in my yard but a community. Interesting topic, thanks for sharing. Good Luck.