Pinewood Site - Permitting
This webpage is no longer maintained. It may be useful as background information or to provide a historical perspective on a topic or project. , Air Quality, Construction and operation of a new on-site leachate treatment system has been approved. The construction permit was issued on May 23, 2012. The leachate treatment system will consist of metals precipitation, a filter press, an evaporator, and sludge and slurry dryers. Construction of the on-site leachate collection and treatment system will take 6-9 months. The procedure for appealing a permit…, here, ., Department Decision, - Summary of decision, Permit, - Conditions for constructing and operating the facility, Statement of Basis, - Summary of the project and its emissions, and explanation of regulatory applicability, Response to Comments, - DHEC's written response to comments received during the public comment period, Transcript, - Verbatim record of public hearing, Written Comments, - Letters and e-mails received during public comment period, Air Permit Application for Leachate Treatment System, - January 10, 2012, Revised Application for Leachate Treatment System, - February 24, 2012, Additional Correspondence, - February 14 - March 27, 2012Pinewood Site – Reports
This webpage is no longer maintained. It may be useful as background information or to provide a historical perspective on a topic or project. , Pinewood Site - Reports, 2017 Third Quarter Detection Monitoring Program Report (November 2017), 2017 Second Quarter Water Table Corrective Measures Implementation Report (July 2017), Haley & Aldrich, Inc. - Analysis of Post-Closure Operations (April 2015), Soil Gas Monitoring Pinewood Landfill Sections I, IIA and IIB (June 2013), Addendum to Baseline Water Quality Technical Memorandum (June 2013), Baseline Water Quality Technical Memorandum (April 2013), Hydrologic Monitoring Technical Memorandum (March 2013), Draft 2010 Pinewood Site Improvement Projects - Volume 1 - Project 1: Evaluation of Section I Cover System & Project 2: Evaluation of Section I Stormwater Management System (February 2011) - Final, Draft 2010 Pinewood Site Improvement Projects - Volume 3 - Report of Project 3 Element 2: Review, Enhancement and Optimization of Environmental Monitoring Systems (March 2011) - Final, Draft 2010 Pinewood Site Improvement Projects - Volume 3 - Report of Project 3 Element 2: Review, Enhancement and Optimization of Environmental Monitoring Systems (March 2011) - Appendices, Golder Associates, Inc. - Groundwater Flow Evaluation from Critical Elements Analysis (May 2007), Golder Associates, Inc. - Critical Elements Analysis (April 2007)Pinewood Site – Request for Information (RFI)
This webpage is no longer maintained. It may be useful as background information or to provide a historical perspective on a topic or project. , Pinewood Site - Request for Proposal (RFP), DHEC has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for services as Trustee of the Pinewood Site Custodial Trust. The purpose of the RFP is for DHEC to obtain proposals from vendors to accept and perform such duties, obligations and requirements as set forth in the Pinewood Site Custodial Trust Agreement. The Trustee is to function for the benefit of DHEC, and for the public purpose of maintaining the…, Questions must be received by December 11, 2015/2:30 p.m. ET., An award will be posted on March 2016. For details about the RFP and other related documents, please see the following:, http://webprod.cio.sc.gov/SCSolicitationWeb/contractSearch.do?solicitnumber=5400010553SCDES Reopens Shellfish Harvesting Beds in Georgetown County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 22, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C., ―, The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has reopened shellfish harvesting beds in Georgetown County that were previously closed due to excessive rainfall, the agency announced today. "Water quality data indicate that bacteria levels are once again suitable for shellfish harvesting in Shellfish Management Area 05, which includes North Inlet and Winyah Bay,", said Mike Marshall, manager of SCDES's Shellfish Sanitation Section., For more information on clam and oyster harvesting areas in Georgetown County, call SCDES’s Myrtle Beach Environmental Affairs Office at 843-238-4378 . Learn more about SCDES's Shellfish Sanitation Program at des.sc.gov/shellfish. ###SCDES Seeks Public’s Help in Reporting Invasive Giant Salvinia Plant in Lake Wateree
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 22, 2025 COLUMBIA, S.C. — The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) is seeking the public’s assistance in reporting sightings of the invasive giant salvinia (, Salvinia molesta, ) plant that’s been identified in Lake Wateree, which is located in Fairfield, Kershaw and Richland counties. Because of its destructive impact on aquatic ecosystems and interference with boating, fishing and recreation, giant salvinia is prohibited in the United States by federal law. Giant salvinia is an invasive floating fern originating from Brazil. South Carolina waterways, especially in…, Anyone who believes they've located the plant should contact SCDES’s Aquatic Nuisance Plants Program:, , Email:, invasiveweeds@des.sc.gov, , Phone: 803-898-0033, , Or , click here, to submit an online sighting report, Picture , Left: Giant salvinia, the small floating plants, is pictured mixed with cutgrass. Photo courtesy of Duke Energy. Right: A mature giant salvinia plant with a salvinia weevil is pictured. Photo courtesy of Santee Cooper., SCDES’s Aquatic Nuisance Plant Program is working closely with Duke Energy, which manages the lake, to eradicate this invasive plant from Lake Wateree as quickly as possible. To date, approximately 11 acres of giant salvinia have been identified in and around the cove on the north side of Lake Wateree State Park. For additional information about SCDES’s role with protecting South Carolina…Draft Santee River Basin Plan Public Meeting
The S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) invites residents to attend an upcoming meeting to review and provide comments about the draft Santee River Basin Plan . The draft plan was developed over a 10-month period by the Santee River Basin Council, a working group of stakeholders with water interests in the basin, under the guidance of the South Carolina State Water Planning…, The public meeting is 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the Auditorium at Santee Cooper’s Main Office, 1 Riverwood Drive, Moncks Corner, SC. (, Directions via Google Maps, ). , The Nov. 18 public meeting will serve as a venue for presenting the draft plan to the basin’s stakeholders and for soliciting comments about it. Public comments will be accepted from Nov. 18 through Dec. 17; comment submission instructions are at the website noted above. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to meet River Basin Council members and enjoy light refreshments beginning at 5:30 p.m.Giant Salvinia
Asbestos in Your Home
There are only two ways to determine if a material contains asbestos. The first way is to contact the manufacturer of the product. If you are not sure who the manufacturer of the product is, the individuals who installed the material may know. If you are unable to track down the origin of the material, the only other way to determine if asbestos is present it to have the material tested by a…, Inside, A. Asbestos cement water tank B. Pipe lagging C. Loose fill insulation D. Textured decorative coating eg artex E. AIB ceiling tiles F. AIB bath panel G. Toilet seat and cistern H. AIB behind fuse box I. AIB airing cupboard and/or sprayed insulation coating boiler J. AIB partition wall, Outside, O. Gutters and asbestos cement downpipes P. Soffits – AIB or asbestos cement Q. AIB exterior window panel R. Asbestos cement roof S. Asbestos cement panels T. Roofing felt, AIB = Asbestos Insulating Board, Samples of suspect asbestos-containing material from a private residence can be taken by asbestos professionals or by the homeowner himself. A list of asbestos professionals can be found here or by checking the yellow pages of your local phone book under the heading "Environmental Consultants". A list can also be obtained from SCDES free of charge. If you decide to sample a suspect asbestos-…, Contact, Asbestos Section (803) 898-42892025 National Take Back Day
Oftentimes, unwanted prescription drugs are kept or disposed of improperly, putting people's health and the environment at risk by making their way into the wrong hands or into our water bodies. This is why the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) sponsors “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.” On National Take Back Day—which occurs twice a year in April and October—members of the public…, What is generally accepted: , Vitamins Prescription patches Prescription or over-the-counter creams/ointments Prescription or over-the-counter syrups/liquids Prescription or over-the-counter pet medications, What is generally NOT accepted: , Aerosol cans Hydrogen peroxide Thermometers Needles Inhalers Illegal drugs Controlled and uncontrolled substances are both accepted. However, in order to drop off controlled substances, you must be an “ultimate user” as defined by the federal Controlled Substances Act. See this webpage for more information. Where are Collection Sites Located? To find collection sites accessible on…Construction & Demolition Debris
c+d logo Construction and demolition (C&D) debris is non-hazardous solid waste generated during the construction, remodeling, repair, or demolition of homes, buildings, roads, and bridges. C&D debris includes: Kitchen cabinets and sinks; Bathroom sinks, vanities, tubs, and toilets; Doors; Energy-efficient windows; Hardwood flooring; Stone or solid-surface countertops; Lighting fixtures;…, Proper Management of C&D Debris, Builders/contractors and residents can reduce C&D debris disposal through best management practices such as source reduction, salvaging, reuse, and recycling. Learn more at the following links:, Builders/Contractors, Residents, The sustainable management of C&D debris helps all stakeholders save money. Builders/contractors can reduce costs through avoided disposal fees and/or not having to buy additional material. Homeowners may be able to lower building or renovation costs as well as qualify for a tax benefit when recovered material is donated to qualified 501(c)(3) non-profits., Additional Information, Asbestos Builders/contractors and residents should be aware of the required management of asbestos-containing material., Learn more about asbestos, . C&D Debris on Personal Property Homeowners never should allow or use C&D debris – including concrete – on their property to fill a ravine or gully without checking with SCDES for permitting requirements. If improperly managed, the landowner may be subject to a fine. Secure Vehicle Loads Builders/contractors and residents are required by law to secure all loads of material to prevent any…, Learn more about South Carolina litter laws, ., Resources, Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE), is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on market-based solutions that increase landfill diversion and recycling of post-consumer carpet. , Construction & Demolition Recycling Association (CDRA), promotes the environmentally sound recycling of recoverable C&D material. CDRA also offers in-depth information on commodities such as gypsum wallboard and concrete., C&D Recycling, is a bi-monthly magazine, e-newsletter, and website that provides the latest industry information and insight on best management practices, trends, equipment, and more. S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) offers information on a variety of C&D debris-related topics, which include:, Comprehensive clearinghouse on asbestos management, rules, regulations, and requirements, ,, Listing of all C&D debris recyclers and solid waste processors that accept C&D debris in South Carolina, ,, Listing of all Class 2 landfills that accept C&D debris, , and, C&D debris project planning tools for Builders/Contractors, The S.C. Recycling Markets Directory: Connecting Materials is Markets, is designed to help businesses, local governments, and others reduce waste, conserve resources and, ultimately provide raw material to manufacturers to make recycled-content products. The directory offers a listing of more than 300 recycling companies, organizations, and others that make available a variety of services and markets as well as a robust selection of recyclable commodities. The…, Southern Carolina Material Exchange, is a free service designed to help businesses, industries and other organizations find markets for materials they have traditionally discarded. Registered users can post both wanted and available listings, similar to a classified ad section. Businesses, industries and other organizations can list their available materials by type, quantity, frequency of availability, geographic location, and…, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), , provides a comprehensive clearinghouse of information on the sustainable management of C&D material. Topics include source reduction, reducing material use, deconstruction, salvaging and reusing, recycling, and rebuying C&D debris. Check out EPA’s , new video on deconstruction, to learn more about the work of Lifecycle Building Center in Atlanta.