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SCDNR courtesy boat inspections set during Labor Day weekend

Officers will perform quick but thorough safety inspection

Aug. 26, 2022



SCDNR game wardens will conduct courtesy boating inspections around the state during Labor Day weekend. (SCDNR photo)

In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the Labor Day holiday weekend, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division will conduct courtesy boat inspections at boat landings around the state on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, Sept. 3, 4 and 5. Officers want to do everything possible to keep boaters out of harm's way.

SCDNR officers will perform quick but thorough inspections for required safety equipment and proper boat and motor registration. Those who are not in compliance with safety regulations or registration requirements will not be ticketed during the complimentary inspections. Instead, they will be given an opportunity to correct the problem before they launch their boat. 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. 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 the Boater Education page.

Dates and locations are as follows:

Saturday, September 3

  • Darlington Co. -- Easterling Landing, Lake Robinson; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Horry Co. -- Johnny Causey; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Lexington Co. -- Lake Murray Dam; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Pickens Co.-- 12 Mile Boat Ramp; 10 a.m. until noon
  • York Co.-- Ebenezer Park, Lake Wylie; 10 a.m. until noon

Sunday, September 4

  • Anderson Co. -- River Forks Boat Ramp, Lake Hartwell; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Beaufort Co. -- Grays Hill Boat Landing; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Charleston Co. -- Buck Hall Boat Landing; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Clarendon Co. -- Alex Harvin Boat Landing; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Fairfield Co.-- Wateree State Park, Lake Wateree Murray; 10 a.m. until noon

Monday, September 5

  • Charleston Co. -- Leeds Avenue; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Darlington Co. -- Easterling Landing, Lake Robinson; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Laurens Co. -- River Fork Boat Landing; 10 a.m. until noon
  • Oconee Co. -- South Cove Park, Lake Keowee; 10 a.m. until noon
  • York Co. -- Ebenezer Park, Lake Wylie, 10 a.m. until noon

Information about the state's public boat ramps and landings, including maps and directions, can be found on the SCDNR website.