Bureau of Land and Waste Management Permitting Information
Quarries - Mining Permits, Regulatory Authority for Program, SC Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has the authority to regulate mining under Title 48 of the South Carolina Mining Act (Act). Chapter 89 of the South Carolina Code of Regulations governs how SCDES implements the provisions of the Act. What is subject to review?, The purpose of the Act and Regulations are to provide that:, The usefulness, productivity, and scenic values of all lands and waters involved in mining within the state receive the greatest practical degree of protection and restoration; and No mining may be carried on in the state unless plans for the mining include reasonable provisions for protection of the surrounding environment and for reclamation of the area of land affected by mining. What Mine…, 1. Administrative Review of Application for Completeness - the following documentation/items must be submitted by the applicant for SCDES review:, Application fee of $600; Application for Mine Operating Permit (MR-400); Reclamation Plan (MR-500) showing how the land will be restored after mining; Dredge Supplement (MR-420SD, if applicable); Mine map; Reclamation map; Location map; Topographic map; Tax map; List of adjacent landowners; Land Entry Agreement(s) (MR-600, MR-700); and Attorney letter attesting to ownership of property, ownership…, 2. Public Notice, - notice is given upon receipt of a complete application packet so that any comments or concerns can be addressed during technical review of the application. Following are SCDES's notification methods for a mine application: Notification in a newspaper of general circulation in the area of the proposed mine. Published once per week for two consecutive weeks. A 15 day comment period extension…, 3. Technical Review by SCDES staff includes the following:, Detailed review of information submitted (maps, mine plan, reclamation plan, setbacks, buffers, environmental protection, etc.); Supplemental information submitted by the applicant at DESs request; Review of comments and information submitted during the comment period; How can public input/comments be provided to SCDES Becoming better informed is an important first step in providing public…Aboveground Petroleum Storage Tanks
Although the SC Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) does not regulate aboveground storage tank (AST) systems, this information is provided for AST system owners to minimize any adverse impacts they may have on the environment and prevent potential petroleum releases. This information, however, does not replace any existing applicable laws or regulations. Guidelines and requirements from…, https://www.epa.gov/ust/aboveground-storage-tanks, . Federal Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) requirements must be followed as appropriate., AST Owner Responsibilities, The cleanup of environmental spills or releases from AST systems are the responsibility of the AST system owner and/or property owner where the system is located. If you have or suspect a release, you should contact SCDES to minimize adverse impacts to the environment. For questions or additional information about this publication, please call SCDES at (803) 898-2544 or (803) 898-0589 ., What causes AST system failures?, Petroleum releases from AST systems are often a result of:, Improper installation Foundation/structural failure Containment wall deterioration Corrosion Inadequate protection from accidents and collisions with vehicles Vandalism Spills Poor maintenance Hazardous weather and flooding Improper or emergency venting Fire exposure Overfills during delivery of fuel, AST Maintenance Guidelines & Precautions, To avoid these problems, remember these guidelines:, Routine maintenance for AST systems is essential to preventing releases. Precautionary measures should be taken during deliveries to avoid releases and reduce fire hazards. Periodic inspection of overfill devices should be performed to ensure proper function and operation., Immediate attention may be needed if routine maintenance indicates the following:, Equipment or fittings are rusted, broken or contain peeling paint. Tank supports or walls are failing, bulging or buckling. A potential fuel leak is suspected due to hanging drips, a strong fuel odor at times other than delivery or a sheen on water around or near the tank(s). Stained soils, dead vegetation or dead animals are visible around or near the tank(s). In addition to routine testing,…, AST Directory, Contact the DHEC 24-Hour emergency response line for accidental spills at, 1-888-481-0125, ., Heating Oil Tanks FAQ, SCDES Report It Webpage, You may also report issues with aboveground storage tanks here . Report It! Permit CentralSolar Panels
Click HERE for instructions on how to register solar farms greater than 13 acres through ePermitting. Regulation 61-107.20 regarding Solar Energy Systems was published in the State Register May 24, 2024. After consulting with a diverse stakeholder group from 2022-2024, the final regulation addresses concerns and recommendations on the end-of-life management of solar panels and batteries as well…, swregdev@des.sc.gov, .Agricultural Permits
Application Fee Schedule and Permitting Timeframes Facility Closures Permitting Process Description Application Forms How to Apply for an Agricultural Permit Manure Broker and Land Applicator Information Permit Application Status Required Manure Manager's Training Program Permit Transfers Who Needs an Agricultural Permit and Who is ExemptedDenmark Public Water System
Final Approval of Settlement Agreement, On May 29, 2025, the Bamberg County Court of Common Pleas issued an order granting final approval of the following settlement agreement in the class action lawsuit related to the City of Denmark’s public water system: , Settlement Agreement, Pursuant to this judicially-approved settlement, SCDES has agreed to provide technical assistance to the City of Denmark with an application for grant funds related to upfitting, modification, and/or infrastructure needs for the City’s water system, as identified by the City of Denmark Water System. Notice of Proposed Class Action Settlement On March 10, 2025, a judicial order was issued in a…, Notice of Proposed Settlement, The proposed settlement is still subject to final approval by the Court. Any persons wishing to opt out of the proposed settlement must do so, following the procedures described in the Notice, no later than May 5, 2025. A “Fairness Hearing” regarding the proposed settlement is scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., in the Bamberg County Court of Common Pleas, at Bamberg Civic Center…, * Page Content Updated February 11, 2022, Overview (, Fact Sheet, ), The City of Denmark Public Water System is a small rural water system that serves a population of approximately 5,600 customers (residents, students at two local colleges, and commercial and industrial properties). The wells withdraw groundwater from an aquifer approximately 300 feet below ground. The water is treated with chlorine to disinfect for bacteria prior to distribution. The City's…, "EPA is working collaboratively with SCDHEC as they continue to act to ensure the safety of the drinking water in the Town of Denmark, including collecting and analyzing samples from the drinking water system., The SCDHEC requires that products used for treating drinking water be certified by NSF International, an independent, third-party certification organization. NSF International standards are used by many states as a quality assurance practice. The purpose of the NSF/ANSI-60 standard is for the control of potential adverse human health effects from products added to water for its treatment. HaloSan…, The City’s drinking water currently meets the requirements of the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Act and the State Primary Drinking Water Regulations. See the latest Public Water System Supervision (PWSS), annual review, . In addition to required compliance sampling, DHEC has, over the years, collected samples to investigate concerns expressed to the Department. There were also two special studies conducted in April 2018. Information and data from the events are shared on these pages as well as in Fact Sheets that appear as links., Fact Sheets:, Denmark Overview Fact Sheet, Denmark Iron & Manganese Fact Sheet, Denmark Lead & Copper Fact Sheet, Denmark HaloSan & Disinfection Byproducts Fact Sheet, Denmark Chlorine Residuals Fact Sheet, Additional Resources, NSF Webpage, Clemson Department of Pesticide Regulation, EPA FIFRA, State Drinking Water Regulations, EPA Safe Drinking Water Act, EPA MCL Table, , Contact Us, Any citizen who would like to share concerns about water quality and/or request sampling in his/her home is asked to contact our SCDES Regional Office in Orangeburg., SCDES Orangeburg Regional Office, 1550 Carolina Ave. Orangeburg, SC 29116, (803) 533-5490, This webpage will continue to be updated with new information as it becomes available.Office of Rural Water
ORW Tower, Rural Water, The Office of Rural Water (ORW) collaborates with local and national partners in adapting to changing infrastructures and providing technical assistance to small rural water systems. ORW works to support new, long-term solutions to aging systems., Contact, Regional Coverage:, Manager, - Brad Martin, (803) 898-4240 or , Bradley.Martin@des.sc.gov, Upstate, - Fred Taylor, (803) 898-4241 or , Fred.Taylor@des.sc.gov, Midlands, - Caleb Snelling, (803) 898-4432 or , Caleb.Snelling@des.sc.gov, Pee Dee, - Beth Bonds, (803) 898-3391 or , Elizabeth.Bonds@des.sc.gov, Lowcountry, - Brett Butz, (803) 898-4431 or , Brett.Butz@des.sc.gov, For more information, please email, OfficeofRuralWater@des.sc.gov, .Surface Water Withdrawals
Surface Water Withdrawal Overview, The Surface Water Quantity Permitting Program was established under Title 49 Chapter 4: South Carolina Surface Water Withdrawal, Permitting Use, and Reporting Act in 2011. The implementing regulation R.61-119 establishes a system and rules for permitting and registering the withdrawal and use of surface water from within the state of South Carolina and those surface waters shared with adjacent…, Surface Water Regulation Stakeholder Work Group, In August of 2021, DHEC published the Notice of Drafting for Regulation 61-119 and formed a workgroup of stakeholders to improve the regulation and management of surface water in SC by maximizing resource availability, promoting sustainability, and serving as a regulatory framework to support basin planning. Meeting materials are located on the Stakeholder Work Group Page ., Surface Water Withdrawal Permitting, Registration and Use, Annual Water Use Reports Interbasin Transfer (IBT) Information Laws and Regulations Surface Water Withdrawal Forms Safe Yield Workgroup, Contact, Alex Floyd at (803)-898-1256 Leigh Anne Monroe at (803)-898-2415Water Regulations & Standards
This is a comprehensive compilation of the S.C. Department of Environmental Service's water regulations. Copies of these regulations are provided by SCDES for the convenience of the public. Every effort has been made to ensure their accuracy and completeness; however, it is not the official text. SCDES reserves the right to withdraw or correct this text if deviations from the official text as…, Permits for Construction in Navigable Waters, R.61-9, Water Pollution Control Permits, R.61-43, Standards for the Permitting of Agricultural Animal Facilities, R.61-44, Individual Residential Well & Irrigation Well Permitting, R.61-47 , Shellfish, R.61-50, Natural Public Swimming Areas, R.61-51, Public Swimming Pools, R.61-58, State Primary Drinking Water Regulations, R.61-67, Standards for Wastewater Facility Construction, R.61-68, Water Classifications and Standards, R.61-69, Classified Waters, R.61-71, Well Standards, R.61-82, Proper Closeout of Wastewater Treatment Facilities, R.61-87, Underground Injection Control Regulations, R.61-101, Water Quality Certification, R.61-110, Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) for Pollutants in Water, R.61-113, Groundwater Use and Reporting, R.61-119, Surface Water Withdrawal, Permitting, Use and Reporting, R.72-1 through 72-9, Dams and Reservoirs Safety Act Regulations, R.72-101 through 72-108, Erosion and Sediment Reduction and Stormwater Management, R.72-300 through 72-316 R.72-405 through 72-445, Standards for Stormwater Management and Sediment ReductionResidential Wells
Overview: Private Drinking Water Wells, Drilling, Disinfecting, and Maintaining Your Well, Forms, Need Assistance or Technical Support?, Laws and Regulations, Well Water Quality Testing ServicesWastewater
Overview - Satellite Sewer Systems, Satellite Sewer Permitting, Satellite Sewer Forms, Pretreatment Program, Sludge Program, Land Application of Effluent, Sewage, 208 (Wastewater) Water Quality Management Plans, Wastewater Construction, Related Topics, Septic Tanks, NPDES Discharges (except Stormwater), Recent Wastewater Overflows List, Laws and Regulations