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Courtesy boating inspections offered on state waterways during July Fourth holiday

June 28, 2024

In an effort to keep people and waterways safe during the July Fourth holiday, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) Law Enforcement Division will be conducting courtesy boat inspections at public boat landings around the state.

The July Fourth holiday is one of the busiest times of the year for South Carolina lakes and waterways, and officers want to do everything possible to keep everyone’s weekend fun and safe.

SCDNR boating safety and enforcement officers will perform quick but 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 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 or dial #DNR on your cellular 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/education/boated.html.

July Fourth holiday boat inspection locations:

Thursday, July 4:

  • Spartanburg County: Lake Bowen Landing, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Pickens County: Twin Lakes Landing, Lake Hartwell, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • York County: Allison Creek Landing, Lake Wylie, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Marion County: Galivants Ferry, Little Pee Dee River, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Lexington County: Larry Coon Landing, Lake Murray, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Lexington County: Lake Murray Dam, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Richland County: Lighthouse Marina, Lake Murray, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Horry County: Bass Pro Shop, Intracoastal Waterway, 9-11 a.m.
  • Charleston County: Wappoo Cut Landing, 9-11 a.m.
  • Beaufort County: Lemon Island Landing, Okatie, 9-11 a.m.

Friday, July 5:

  • Anderson County: River Fork Landing, Lake Hartwell, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Oconee County: South Cove County Park, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Darlington County: Highway 34 Cashua Ferry Landing, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Kershaw County: Clearwater Cove Landing, Lake Wateree, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Lexington County: Dreher Island State Park, Lake Murray, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Saluda County: SCE&G Ramp #4 Landing, Lake Murray, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Clarendon County: Alex Harvin Landing, Lake Marion, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Charleston County: Limehouse Landing, Stono River, 9-11 a.m.
  • Charleston County: Buck Hall Landing, McClelanville, 9-11 a.m.
  • Georgetown County: Carrol Campbell Landing, Sampit River, 9-11 a.m.

Saturday, July 6:

  • McCormick County: Dorn Landing, Lake Thurmond, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Greenwood County: Lake Greenwood State Park, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Oconee County: Seneca Creek, Lake Hartwell, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • York County: CAllison Creek Park Landing, Lake Wylie, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Chesterfield County: Lake H.B. Robinson, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Richland County: Lighthouse Marina, Lake Murray, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Lexington County: Lake Murray Dam, 10 a.m. to Noon
  • Charleston County: Remley's Point Landing, Mt. Pleasant, 9-11 a.m.
  • Berkeley County: William H. Dennis Landing, Tail Race Canal, Moncks Corner, 9-11 a.m.
  • Horry County: Johnny Causey Landing, Intracoastal Waterway, North Myrtle Beach, 9-11 a.m.

Saturday, July 13:

  • Beaufort County: Beaufort Water Festival, Battery Creek Boat Landing, 9-11 a.m.