On July 1, 2011, the Underground Storage Tank (UST) Management Division implemented a Quality Assurance Program Plan (QAPP). The goal of the QAPP is to formalize procedures that will provide accountability and quality control for the data collected at UST sites. Contractors must complete and submit Appendix B of the QAPP (Contractor Addendum) when requested for site-specific scopes of work (e.g.…, Audit Forms, AFVR Audit Form (pdf) Groundwater Sampling Audit Form (pdf) Drilling/Soil Boring Audit Form (pdf), Contact, Debra Thoma , Manager, 803-898-0643
Abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) are a chronic problem along the South Carolina coast. In addition to direct impact on fragile marsh and benthic habitat, ADVs diminish the safe recreational use of our waterways and are a visual blight on the landscape. Check out the tools and information below to learn more about SCDES BCM efforts to address ADV in coastal South Carolina.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 30, 2026 COLUMBIA, S.C. — From April 1 through September 30, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) provides a daily forecast for ground-level ozone concentrations across the state. These forecasts help South Carolinians take simple steps to protect their health on days when ozone levels are expected to be elevated. Ozone is a colorless gas…, said Rhonda Thompson, chief of SCDES’s Bureau of Air Quality, . “Our daily forecasts give South Carolinians a simple way to stay informed and make small adjustments that can help protect their health, especially during the warmer months when ozone impacts are more likely.” SCDES reports its air quality data to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which provides ZIP code-level information for all of South Carolina through the AirNow.gov website.…, @SouthCarolinaDES on Facebook and Instagram, and @SC_EnvServices on X , On days with elevated ozone levels, individuals can reduce exposure by: Planning outdoor activities for the morning or evening, when ozone levels are typically lower Reducing the intensity or duration of outdoor exercise Schools modifying outdoor activities such as recess, lunch and physical education “During ozone season, we also encourage South Carolinians to take small steps that can…, said Greg Quina, Air Quality Modeling Section Manager with SCDES’s Bureau of Air Quality., “Everyday actions — like reducing vehicle use or avoiding unnecessary idling — can make a meaningful difference in improving air quality across our communities.” People can help reduce ozone pollution by: Driving less by carpooling, walking, biking or using public transportation Avoiding idling by turning off engines when stopped for more than 30 seconds (except in traffic) Keeping vehicles…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 31, 2026 CHARLESTON, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services’s Bureau of Coastal Management (BCM) has announced the launch of new and improved tools to address abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) across coastal South Carolina. Abandoned and derelict vessels remain a persistent issue in the state’s coastal environment. These vessels can…, said SCDES Director Myra Reece., “These new tools will make it easier for the public to report problem vessels and strengthen coordination between SCDES, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and local partners — helping agencies respond more efficiently and protect South Carolina’s coastal resources.” As part of these updates, public boat reports submitted through MyCoast now route directly to appropriate South…
SC BMP Handbook, A detailed description of most Best Management Practices and how to maintain them., No Exposure Guide, EPA's Guidance Manual for Conditional Exclusion from Stormwater Permitting Based On "No Exposure" of Industrial Activities. Below are tables providing downloadable pdfs of important, Design Aid and Technical Documents, that may be helpful when applying for coverage under one of SC's NPDES Stormwater Permit Programs. Each section, separated by the type of activity the documents are associated with, contains a table listing each document and its respective description. All current General Permits (GPs) are available for download below, along with many checklist, worksheets and fact sheets that will help you…, Links for the Notice of Intents, Monthly Reports, and Notice of Terminations can be found on the, Applications and Forms, Page., Construction Activities, 2021 Construction General Permit (CGP) NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activities SCR100000 (PDF) (Effective 3/1/2021) 2012 CGP SWPPPs Template A SWPPP Template that may be used to create both the Comprehensive and On-site SWPPP as required by the 2012 CGP. 2006 CGP SWPPP Update Template A SWPPP Template that may be used to bring SWPPPs approved under the 2006…, Industrial Activities, Industrial General Permit NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity SCR000000 (Effective 1/1/2011) No Exposure Certification Guidance A link to EPA's Guidance Manual for Conditional Exclusion from Stormwater Permitting Based On "No Exposure" of Industrial Activities to Stormwater. Public Comment Response 2010 The responses to public comments received for…, Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4), MS4 General Permit NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges From Regulated Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) SCR030000 (Effective 1/1/2014) Regulated Small MS4s A list of Regulated Small MS4s by municipality and the associated Urbanized Areas. (07/2007) MS4 Improvement Guide This guide contains examples of permit conditions and supporting rationale that could be used in "…