Groundwater Process and Plan Development
Effective management of our groundwater resource ensures: Groundwater resources of the state are put to beneficial use to the fullest extent which they are capable; Conservation and protection of the resource; and Waste prevention while ensuring the development and long-term viability of the water resources. Permitting groundwater withdrawals within the Capacity Use Areas is just one component of…Groundwater Resources
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Six areas within the state have been designated as Capacity Use Areas (see Figure 1). These include the Low Country (Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton, and Jasper counties), the Pee Dee (Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Marion, Marlboro, and Williamsburg counties), the Trident (Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties), the Waccamaw (Georgetown and Horry counties), the Western (Aiken, Allendale,…Groundwater Capacity Use Areas - Santee-Lynches
SCDES is permitting the Santee-Lynches Capacity Use Area. Applications can be found below. , The Santee-Lynches Capacity Use Area, On July 15, 2021, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Board, as established in Section 49-5-60, approved the designation of all of Chesterfield, Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee, Richland, and Sumter Counties as the Santee-Lynches Capacity Use Area. In August of 2022 the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Board approved the Santee-Lynches…, D-2504 Groundwater Withdrawal Application, The Groundwater Management Plan, The Groundwater Use and Reporting Act requires that a Groundwater Management Plan be developed for each designated Capacity Use Area to achieve the goals and objectives of conserving and protecting the resources, preventing waste, and providing and maintaining conditions that are conducive to the development and use of water resources. DHEC convened the first in a series of Groundwater…, Santee-Lynches Capacity Use Area Timeline of Events, Santee-Lynches Capacity Use Area Timeline of Events, The Santee-Lynches Area Groundwater Assessment, The Department of Health and Environmental Control has completed a preliminary assessment of groundwater conditions in the following six (6) counties: Chesterfield, Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee, Richland, and Sumter counties. The initial assessment and findings can be found at the following link: Santee-Lynches Initial Groundwater Assessment, Community Engagement, DHEC held two virtual public meetings to discuss the process of formally designating the Santee-Lynches Capacity Use Area. DHEC staff shared information about the proposed designation and answered questions from attendees. DHEC conducted a series of Stakeholder meetings to form the draft Groundwater Management Plan. On March 28th, 2022 at 6 PM, the Bureau of Water at DHEC will hold an open house …, Stakeholder Engagement Meetings, Stakeholder Meeting #1 Presentation | October 6, 2021 Meeting #1 Presentation Notes Stakeholder Meeting #2 Presentation | November 3, 2021 Meeting #2 Presentation Notes Stakeholder Meeting #3 Presentation | December 1, 2021 Meeting #3 Presentation Notes , Public Meeting # 1 - January 5, 2021 , Public Meeting Presentation | January 5, 2021 Public Meeting Recording | January 5, 2021, Public Meeting # 1 - January 12, 2021, Public Meeting Presentation | January 12, 2021 Public Meeting Recording | January 12, 2021, Contact:, Elaina King-Bryce at (803) 898-3575 Leigh Anne Monroe at (803) 898-2415Groundwater Protection Program
Overview, The Groundwater Protection Program is part of the Division of Monitoring, Assessment, and Protection in the, Bureau of Water, . The program is responsible for groundwater monitoring, risk assessment, and protection for wastewater, sludge, manure, and the nutrient management associated with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, No Discharge Land Application (ND) permits, and Agricultural Animal Facility (ND) permits, for the treatment of domestic, industrial, and agricultural waste. This…, serve the citizens of South Carolina best, . , Laws and Regulations, SC DHEC is mandated by law to proactively maintain the quality of surface and groundwater per the, South Carolina Code of Laws: Pollution Control Act, It is the goal of the Department to maintain or restore groundwater quality in the state of South Carolina so it is suitable as a drinking water source without any treatment as outlined in, R.61-68 Water Classifications and Standards, . All South Carolina groundwater is classified Class GB, effective June 28, 1985 (i.e., less than Maximum Contaminant Levels as set forth in, SC DHEC State Primary Drinking Water Regulations, R.61-58, ) It is, unlawful, for any person, directly or indirectly, to throw, drain, run, allow to seep, or otherwise discharge into the environment any organic or inorganic matter, including sewage, industrial wastes, and other wastes, except as in compliance with a permit issued by the Department. NPDES and ND permits are issued by the Water Pollution Control Division. Facilities to be constructed require both a…, discharges into surface waters, are issued by the, NPDES Program, as outlined in, R.61-9 Water Pollution Control Permits, . Permits, to apply wastewater effluent or sludge to land, are issued by the, Land Application Program, (No Discharge Program) as outlined in, R.61-9 503-505, . Permits for, Land Application of animal manure, are issued by the Agricultural Permitting Program as outlined in, R.61-43 Standards for the Permitting of Agricultural Animal Facilities, . All the permitting regulations listed above include requirements for groundwater monitoring. Proper closure of wastewater treatment facilities is required when facilities are no longer in use. R.61-82 describes procedures which may be required to prevent creating a source of pollution when facilities cease operation. Facilities where pollution is present and closure is necessary, may require…, R.61-71 Well Standards (Section H. Monitoring Wells), . The following form is required for monitoring wells in South Carolina:, Form D-3736 Monitoring Well Application, . All applications are to be submitted via the, ePermitting online portal, ., Land Application and Nutrient Management Plans (NMP), Land Application is the applying of organic waste materials (sludge, wastewater, or manure) to the land surface for the purpose of amending the soil in order to provide nutrients for a planted crop. Land Application is a valuable, yet complex, endeavor requiring strategic planning to prevent potential harm to the environment and public health. Recognizing the technical and economic difficulty in…, preventative approach, in protecting all groundwaters of the state. Approval decisions for land application are based on the site suitability, crop management plan feasibility, and application rate calculations, which together are known as a Nutrient Management Plan (NMP)., Nutrient Management Plan Development Guide for Land Application of Sludge, Wastewater Effluent, and Manure, Facilities adopting low-risk land application practices may be afforded flexibility and economy in monitoring with minimal Departmental oversight. Information requirements will vary, all sites will be assessed by project managers beginning with the submission of the Potential to Impact Groundwater Evaluation:, Groundwater Evaluation Form, Monitoring and Reporting, Facilities which are not fully evaluated or deemed high-risk will require a robust monitoring plan which may include monitoring the groundwater, soils, plant tissue, organic waste material, and surface waters. Monitoring and reporting requirements are stated in permit language and vary in frequency and scope based on identified risks and management practices. All, Groundwater Monitoring Reports, (GMR) due after August 1st, 2021 should be submitted by uploading an Electronic Data Deliverable (EDD) formatted spreadsheet (*.xls) via the ePermitting schedule function. The formatted spreadsheets will be distributed by the GPP on behalf the Wastewater Facilities Permitting Section. If you have not received your EDD GMR Template, email, GMRSubmissions@dhec.sc.gov, to formally request one. , Form D-0874 Sludge Annual Agronomic Loading Rate Worksheet, Annual reports summarizing application practices, monitoring results, and recommended changes to the NMP will be required. Annual reporting requirements are in the permit language, an example of potential requirements can be found in, section 8 of the guidance document., Contacts, Kelly Whitlock, , Section Manager, , (803) 898-3574, Chris Forrest, , Hydrogeologist,, (803) 898-4252, Dustin Leypoldt, , Hydrogeologist,, (803) 898-4312, Carolyn Moores, , Hydrogeologist,, (803) 898-3799Water Regulations & Standards: Well Standards
Regulation 61-71, Well Standards, A. Purpose and Scope B. Definitions C. Variances D. General E. Location of Wells F. Individual Residential and Irrigation Wells G. Bored Individual Residential and Irrigation Wells H. Monitoring Wells I. Borings J. Geothermal System Wells K. Violations and Penalties L. SeverabilityWater Regulations & Standards: Standards for Stormwater Management and Sediment Reduction
Regulation 72-300 through 72-316, Standards for Stormwater Management and Sediment Reduction, 72-300. Scope 72-301. Definitions 72-302. Exemptions, Waivers and Variances from Law 72-303. Commission Responsibilities 72-304. Criteria for Delegation/Revocation of Programs 72-305. Permit Application and Approval Process 72-306. Fees 72-307. Specific Design Criteria, Minimum Standards and Specifications 72-308. Maintenance Requirements and Off-Site Damage correction 72-309. Criteria for…, Regulation 72-405 through 72-445, Standards for Stormwater Management and Sediment Reduction, 72-405. Scope 72-410. Definitions 72-415. Exemptions 72-420. Activities Requiring Site Specific Plans 72-425. Specific Design Criteria, Minimum Standards and Specifications 72-430. Department of Highways and Public Transportation Responsibilities 72-435. Commission Responsibilities 72-440. Hearing and Complaint Procedure 72-445. Inspection and EnforcementWater Regulations & Standards: Standards for Wastewater Facility Construction
Regulation 61-67: Standards for Wastewater Facility Construction, 67.100: General Provisions, Purpose Applicability Exclusions General Definitions General Requirements E.4. Construction Permit Submittal E.4.a. Standard Submittal E.4.b. Delegated Review Program (DRP) Submittal, 67.200: Engineering Reports, Purpose Applicability General Requirements Additional Conditions Applicable to Specific Categories of Engineering Reports D.1. Wastewater Treatment Facilities D.2. Wastewater Collection and Transmission Facilities, 67.300: Construction Permits, General Requirements Gravity Sewer Lines/Collection Systems Pump Stations Force Mains Alternative Collection Systems E.1. General Requirements E.2. Additional Requirements for Systems Utilizing Solids Interceptor Tanks E.3. Additional Requirements for Systems Utilizing Grinder Pump Stations E.4. Vacuum Sewers Wastewater Treatment Facilities Pump and Haul Operations G.1. Domestic Wastewater G.…, 67.400: Reliability Classifications, Purpose Applicability Sludge Management Requirements Reliability Classification I Reliability Classification II Reliability Classification III, Appendix A: Unit Contributory Loadings to All Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Appendix B: General Construction PermitDrinking Water Safety After a Flood
A good supply of clean water is a top priority in an emergency. Flooding can contaminate public water supplies and wells. If you are on public water, check with your water provider to be sure it is safe to drink., If you are on a private well and it was flooded, your well needs to be disinfected and the water tested. Visit the SCDES , Well Water Quality Testing, page for more information., How to make the water safer for you and your family:, Bring water to a rolling boil and keep it there for at least 1 full minute. Then, let it cool before using. Prepare food using water that has been boiled. Wash hands with water that has been boiled and cooled. Wash, rinse and sanitize pots, pans and other equipment with water that has been boiled and cooled. Strain cloudy water by pouring through a clean cloth. Rinse containers for storing water…, How to purify bacteria-contaminated water with bleach:, If you can't boil contaminated water to kill impurities, you can use bleach: Use unscented liquid chlorine bleach containing 4 to 6 percent available or free chlorine. ("Free" chlorine has not combined with organic matter and is therefore available for killing bacteria and algae.) Add 1 teaspoon of bleach to every 4 gallons of water. Let the treated water stand for 30 minutes before drinking or…, Private Wells, Owners of private drinking water wells should seal their well by plugging or covering all openings to the casing before the storm to help prevent it from becoming contaminated by surface flooding. Wells should be inspected after the storm for damage and any plug or covering on casing vent should be removed. If your well has been flooded, it needs to be disinfected and tested after the storm…, Do not use the water from a flooded well until it has been tested., For information on how to have your water tested and your well disinfected, contact your local , SCDES Office, or call the, SCDES Private Well Hotline: , 1-888-761-5989, . For more information, see our , SCDES Residential Well Disinfection, brochure and, Emergency Well Disinfection, video. , Emergency Sources of Water, If a disaster hits and catches you without a stored supply of clean water, you can use water from these sources:, Within the Home:, Your hot-water heater tank Water in your pipes Ice Water in the tank on your toilet (not the bowl), Outside the Home (water from these sources must be purified/disinfected):, Rainwater Streams, rivers and other moving bodies of water Ponds and lakes Natural springsSuperfund
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