Effective September 1, 2007, the Town of Elgin and certain surrounding unincorporated Urbanized Areas of the County are designated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) as Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewers (SMS4).  SCDHEC has delegated the responsibility to Kershaw County and the Town of Elgin for permitting monitoring, and regulating discharges into the SMS4. Through an interlocal agreement, Kershaw County has agreed to assume this responsibility on behalf of Elgin. SCDHEC will maintain responsibility for permitting and regulating stormwater activity in the remainder of Kershaw County outside of the SMS4 Urbanized Areas.

Stormwater Ordinances
Kershaw County Stormwater Management Ordinance
Town of Elgin Stormwater Management Ordinance

Stormwater Review Fees
KC_Engineering Fees 2024

SCDHEC

SCDHEC Stormwater Management BMP Handbook
SCDHEC General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Large and Small Construction Activities  

Kershaw County Public Works

To report illegal discharges into or near a storm drain, click here

Post Construction Forms and Applications
Kershaw County Annual Stormwater Pond Inspection Checklist
Kershaw County Permanent Stormwater System Maintenance and Responsibility Agreement Form

Kershaw County As-Built Checklist 2023

MS4 Stormwater Area  

MS4 Stormwater Area Map  This link opens in a new window.  At the top of the map, select "Layers", "MS4 Regulated Area"
Kershaw County REPSCA Application- Less than an Acre

LAKE WATEREE WATERSHED PROJECT 
Lake Wateree Watershed Septic Assistance

If you live in the Lake Wateree Watershed and are having problems with your septic system, click the link above to learn more. 

Links
Stormwater Project Discussion
Meeting with the County Engineer and Stormwater Manager