The General Assembly finds that certain selected rivers and river segments of this State possess unique or outstanding scenic, recreational, geologic, botanical, fish, wildlife, historic, or cultural values. It is the policy of the General Assembly to provide for the protection of these selected diminishing values and to preserve the state's natural heritage for the benefit and enjoyment of present and future generations. The provisions of this chapter complement and are considered part of the State Water Resources Plan as formulated by the department.
HISTORY: 1989 Act No. 96, Section 1; 1993 Act No. 181, Section 1256.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 49 - Waters, Water Resources and Drainage
Chapter 29 - South Carolina Scenic Rivers Act
Section 49-29-10. Short title.
Section 49-29-20. Definitions.
Section 49-29-30. Findings and policy.
Section 49-29-40. Types of rivers eligible for inclusion in scenic rivers program.
Section 49-29-60. Public meeting on proposed designation of river as scenic river.
Section 49-29-80. Advisory council for designated scenic river.
Section 49-29-110. Scenic Rivers Trust Fund.
Section 49-29-120. Acquisition of land by eminent domain prohibited.
Section 49-29-130. Title of donated land reverts back to donor.
Section 49-29-140. Applicable policies for managing scenic rivers.
Section 49-29-150. Application of provisions regarding restrictive use or zoning of lands.
Section 49-29-160. Comprehensive water and related land use plans.
Section 49-29-200. Enforcement of provisions of chapter.
Section 49-29-210. Penalties for violations of chapter.
Section 49-29-220. Camping activities encouraged at scenic rivers.