SCDNR to conduct courtesy boat check for 4th of July weekend
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the Fourth of July weekend S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division will be conducting courtesy boat inspections around the state over the weekend.
Courtesy boat inspections offered by SCDNR Memorial Day weekend (Credit: SCDNR)
The July Fourth weekend is one of the busiest boating times of the year for South Carolina lakes, and officials say they want to do everything possible to keep everyone’s weekend fun and safe.
SCDNR boating safety and enforcement officers will perform quick thorough inspections for required safety equipment and proper boat and motor registrations.
Those who are not in compliance with safety regulations or registration requirements will be given an opportunity to correct the problem before they launch their boat, says SCDNR.
SCDNR officers will also be available to answer questions and give boaters tips on how to stay safe on the water.
To report boating violations such as reckless operation or an intoxicated boat operator, call the SCDNR toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-922-5431 or dial #DNR on your cell phone.
For a copy of South Carolina’s boating regulations, to find out about local boating safety courses, or to obtain a free float plan form, contact the SCDNR boating safety office at 1-800-277-4301 or visit http://www.dnr.sc.gov/
July Fourth Weekend Boat Inspection Locations (all inspections are from 10 a.m. to noon):
Friday, July 3:
- Spartanburg County: Lake Bowen
- Pickens County: Twin Lakes
- Fairfield County: Molly Creek
- Lexington County: Lake Murray Dam
- Horry County: Bass Pro Shop
- Charleston County: Wappoo Cut Landing (ICW)
- Beaufort County: Battery Creek (Parris Island)
Saturday, July 4:
- Anderson County: River Fork Landing, Lake Hartwell
- Oconee County: South Cove, Lake Keowee
- Kershaw County: Clearwater Cove, Lake Wateree
- Clarendon County: Alex Harvin Landing, Lake Marion
- Berkeley County: Hatchery Landing
- Charleston County: Dawhoo Boat Ramp
- Beaufort County: Lemon Island
Sunday, July 5:
- McCormick County: Scott’s Ferry, Lake Thurmond
- Greenwood County: Hwy. 72 Landing
- Oconee County: Seneca Creek, Lake Hartwell
- York County: Ebenezer Park
- Lexington County: Lake Murray Dam
- Charleston County: Remley’s Point Boat Landing
- Georgetown County: Carroll Campbell Boat Ramp
