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Your wedding day. Without a doubt, it's one of the most significant events you will ever experience - when you and the love of your life officially seal the deal and get married. On this day, your friends and family will gather to celebrate the next step in your life. Photographers will be running around snapping photos, catering plates delicious food for guests to enjoy, and the DJ sets the mood for a night of fun and libation. You've worked extra hard to make everything look perfect and run smoothly. You have examined every moving part down to the tiniest detail. At the center of all your effort is your wedding venue in Saluda, SC.

Your event space can mean the difference between an unforgettable event and an average occasion. Capturing your uniqueness as a couple is paramount to a memorable wedding. But, without the right venue location and staff, your unforgettable event can turn into a painfully average occasion. Fortunately, at Abney Hall, you won't ever have to worry about dingy reception spaces and crummy chow halls.

Constructed in Saluda, SC, in 1962, Abney Hall is 15,000 square feet and sits on 500 acres of land, making it a large wedding venue unlike any other. Abney Hall was originally the home of Mrs. Josephine Abney, a Saluda native who was a lifelong philanthropist. Mrs. Abney devoted much of her time and effort towards supporting charities, educational institutions, hospitals, and other noble efforts. Today, Abney Hall stands tall as a symbol of love, both in our community and for the couples who choose to get married here.

Abney Hall is an exclusive event experience unlike any other, surrounded by verdant forests and sparkling ponds. Our venue is a natural fit for several occasions, including:

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The Top Wedding Venue in Saluda, SC

The beginning of your life starts at Abney Hall. With our team by your side, we can create the fairy tale wedding you have dreamed about since childhood. Whether you have 100 guests or 1,000, our waterfront ceremony locations and French-inspired courtyard are perfect for your big day. Celebrate in luxurious style surrounded by shady magnolia trees, a private forest, large ponds, and the beauty of Mother Nature. While our venue location and aesthetic have been praised far and wide, so too have the practical aspects of Abney Hall. Looking for a relaxing, comfortable spot for your bridal party to get ready in? We offer an entire floor in the Abney Hall residence to get the bridal party ready. Want to make your groomsman feel extra-special too? We've got a private, plush house just feet from a sparkling pond that is a proper hangout spot for the guys in your group.

To make life easier on you, we also offer Abney Hall as your go-to spot for rehearsal dinners. Why book an expensive restaurant or travel to another location when unmatched beauty and convenience are right at your fingertips? Abney Hall is just the place for that very important dinner the night before your big day. We are also happy to host your bridal shower at Abney Hall. Our venue makes for one of Saluda's most unique bridal shower settings, where your family and friends can gather to give gifts and be merry before you walk down the aisle.

With such a large, magnificent house and a vast property, Abney Hall also makes for an unforgettable location for your bridal portraits and other wedding-related photography needs. Don't take our word for it - book a tour and see for yourself why so many new brides and grooms choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Saluda.

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What Sets Abney Hall Apart from Other Wedding Venues in Saluda?

You've already found the person you want to spend the rest of your life beside. The next step? Finding the perfect wedding venue for your ceremony, reception, and celebration of your lifelong commitment to one another. Remember, the backdrop for photos, dancing, eating, and all other activities will be at your wedding venue. That's why we work so hard to set Abney Hall apart from our competitors - so you and your guests can focus on love and living your new life while we work with your vendors and photographers to make your magic night a reality.

Here are just a few reasons why guests choose Abney Hall as their wedding venue in Saluda, SC, along with some helpful tips from our experienced wedding venue staff:

Venue Size

Choosing the appropriate-sied venue for your desired guest count is a critical decision. A venue's capacity affects the number of people you need to consider having at your ceremony and reception. As you're first starting out, we recommend having a guest count in mind as you're searching for the right venue. Try to stick with that number. You may fall in love with a particular venue, but if its max capacity can't accommodate your guest count, it may be time to cross them off your list.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip:

Keep in mind that this is your big day. You shouldn't feel obligated to invite the college roommate you shared a dorm with for one semester. At the end of the day, your wedding venue should be one that can accommodate those closest to you. Abney Hall is equipped for both small and large weddings, consisting of 500 acres of forest, ponds, and lush natural beauty. Whether you want an intimate wedding with only your best friends or a grand ceremony with hundreds of people, we have the right amount of room to make you comfortable.

Location and Nearby Lodging

On your big day, you're likely to have friends and family traveling in from other parts of the state or country. These folks will need a place to stay during and even after your wedding. Accessibility and ease are important factors when it comes to choosing your wedding venue for both you and your guests.

Located in Saluda, SC, Abney Hall is situated in a memorable, natural setting, giving your wedding a private vibe in the midst of Mother Nature. While we pride ourselves on having a secluded wedding event space, our venue is within an easy driving distance of hotels and vacation rentals.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip:

When you contact us for a tour, make sure to speak with our experienced venue manager about nearby hotels and shuttle service options. We understand that your guest's comfort and convenience are important, and we're happy to work with you to figure out the best way to get your guests to Abney Hall.

Venue Staff

At Abney Hall, our staff has earned its reputation as one of the industry's most friendly, accessible teams. We will provide you with a purpose-minded point of contact that can help answer questions relating to timelines, preferred vendors, and every aspect of your wedding. When you tour our wedding venue in Saluda, SC, for the first time, we want you to feel like you have all the information you need to make an informed purchasing decision.

We would be happy to go over:
  • Venue Pricing
  • Ceremony Specifics
  • Reception Specifics
  • Catering Possibilities
  • Decorating Possibilities
  • Entertainment Options
  • Photography and Photo Opportunities
  • Venue Amenities
  • Bridal Party Needs
  • Groomsman Needs

At Abney Hall, our goal is to be your first resource when it comes to setting up and coordinating the details of your wedding day.

Decor

When it comes to your wedding's decor, you probably already have a few ideas in mind. We love it when our brides and grooms have a vision in mind because one of our greatest joys is turning that vision into a reality. At Abney Hall, our team is available to help you and your decorator fit, accent, and accommodate your fairy-tale wedding - whatever that may be.

Are you looking to dress up your wedding with decorations galore? Just want to add a few accents that tie into your preferred color palette? Abney Hall is versatile and ready to help however we are able.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip:

If you're thinking about bringing in your own greenery, lighting, floral pieces, and more, we recommend discussing your vision with us on your initial tour of our event space. That way, we can get a head start on making your big day exactly how you envision it.

Photo Opportunities

10 years from now, when you and your spouse are celebrating your anniversary, you will pull out photographs from your wedding and will reminisce about the unforgettable time you spent at Abney Hall. Your wedding photos will be with you forever, and as such, we work closely with you and your photographer to suggest extra-special photo op spots that you can only find on Abney Hall grounds.

From the grand staircase and French-inspired courtyard to our manicured gardens and lovely pond, there is no shortage of photo-op locations for your photographer to choose from. As one of the most popular wedding venues in Saluda, SC, we have worked with dozens of photographers over the years.

Our experience has allowed us to cultivate a list of preferred photographers - all of whom have the talent to take your pictures to the next level in a setting they're familiar with. We encourage you to check out our gallery to get a sense of the scope of our wedding venue and gain inspiration from other happy couples.

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Abney Hall Pro Tip

The gallery on our website is extensive but be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages as well. We keep our social pages updated with recent wedding photographs, giving you an incredible resource that you can use for your own photography purposes.

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The Premier Corporate Event Venue in Saluda, SC

Abney Hall is known across the United States for our stunning weddings, but we also play host to some of the largest corporate events in South Carolina. Why choose a bland, lifeless meeting space when you can enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature coupled with a professional atmosphere? If you have an important team-building event or corporate conference that you have to coordinate, look no further than Abney Hall.

The epitome of class and style, our corporate event space is large, lavish, and chock-full of onsite amenities for you and your co-workers to enjoy. If your team needs a morale boost, don't bring them to the local Olive Garden for a cheap lunch. Treat them to a refreshing experience in our main dining room, where we can work with you to incorporate your catering options with the goals of your event.

When the hard work is done, and your team needs a breather, what better way to relax than with a quick dip in our pool? To burn off a little steam, head over to our brand-new tennis court - the perfect place to get some exercise in an ultra-private setting while you enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Don't forget to bring your fishing poles for a couple of hours of fishing. There's even an opportunity to go hunting if you wish.

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If you're ready to learn more about Abney Hall as your wedding venue, don't hesitate to reach out. We would love to hear more about your plans, your vision, and your needs. We know that planning a wedding isn't easy. It takes time, attention to detail, and a whole lot of patience. Our goal is to help provide you with all the info you need to learn more about our venue. Once you decide on a date, we'll work closely with you and your vendors to craft a wedding experience that you will treasure for the rest of your life.

Our available dates for your big day are going quick, especially during peak seasons like spring and fall. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Latest News in Saluda, SC

2 extra questions on the ballot in Saluda County, do you know what they are?

Saluda County voters will be asked about a bond referendum for the school district, and a new form of county government.SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. — With less than a week until the start of early voting, Saluda County Council Chairman, James Moore is hopeful people in his community come out to vote.In this election, the local school district is asking residents for a $49,000,000 bond referendum which would collect taxes to help fund the construction of a ...

Saluda County voters will be asked about a bond referendum for the school district, and a new form of county government.

SALUDA COUNTY, S.C. — With less than a week until the start of early voting, Saluda County Council Chairman, James Moore is hopeful people in his community come out to vote.

In this election, the local school district is asking residents for a $49,000,000 bond referendum which would collect taxes to help fund the construction of a new Saluda Elementary School, and improvements to Hollywood Elementary, as well as Saluda Middle and High School.

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Saluda County is also voting to change its form of government, so Moore wants to ensure that everyone understands what they are voting for.

"Right now, we have a Council/County Director form of government," Moore explained. "What that means is that the county director does the day-to-day things but she has to go through the county council for a lot of things... The other form of government is a Council/ Administrator Form. The Administrator would have a little more lead way, could make decisions, could hire and fire people... but anything major they are going to come to the County Council."

There are currently 20,000 people living in Saluda County, but Moore says only a handful of them are active when it comes to county government.

"Unless there's something on the agenda that has got people talking there's not a lot of participation. For the most part, there may only be 5 or 6 people out there," Moore stated.

With a lack of participation, he worries that people will not know what is on the ballot.

Aaron Bryant, a Saluda voter says he has lived in the area for 20 years and votes whenever it is time. This November, Bryant says he is not exactly sure what to expect.

"I'm not sure what's on there. I think there might be something about us getting a new school," he said.

RELATED: What to know about the 2022 midterm elections

Bryant plans to research candidates before he goes to cast his vote.

Kelsey Robinson, another Saluda voter only had one thing to say about the upcoming election.

"I hope you all just get out and vote, please," Robinson said.

Gamecocks signee Arden Conyers among local players picked for Carolinas Classic

South Carolina signee Arden Conyers and Missouri signee Jordan Butler are among the selections to this year’s Carolinas Classic all-star basketball game.The game, which features some of the top seniors in North and South Carolina, will be played in Wilmington, North Carolina on March 25. The girls game is set for 3 p.m., with the boys to follow.Conyers, who plays at Westwood, and Butler, who is at Christ Church, are the top two-ranked prospects from South Carolina in the boys game. Butler is ranked No. 2 and Conyers No. 3...

South Carolina signee Arden Conyers and Missouri signee Jordan Butler are among the selections to this year’s Carolinas Classic all-star basketball game.

The game, which features some of the top seniors in North and South Carolina, will be played in Wilmington, North Carolina on March 25. The girls game is set for 3 p.m., with the boys to follow.

Conyers, who plays at Westwood, and Butler, who is at Christ Church, are the top two-ranked prospects from South Carolina in the boys game. Butler is ranked No. 2 and Conyers No. 3 by the 247Sports Composite.

The game is for players from teams that compete in the S.C. High School League, which excludes Legacy Early College’s Coen Carr, the state’s top prospect.

Conyers is averaging about 20 points a game and went over 1,000 career points this season. He is one of nine Midlands players picked to play in the game. Gray Collegiate has two selections: Georgia Southern signee Avantae Parker and Montraivis White. Keenan’s Chrisean Oree and Irmo’s Brandon Crawford also are on the boys team.

The girls team includes Westwood’s Jessica Woods, A.C. Flora’s Trinity Delaney, Saluda’s Jessica Means and Lexington’s Lindsay Garner.

Keenan’s MiLaysia Fulwiley — a Gamecocks signee — would have been selected but will be in Houston that weekend for the McDonald’s All-American game.

Ridge View’s Joshua Staley is an assistant coach for the boys, and Saluda’s Jessica Wilder is an assistant coach for the girls.

Montraivis White, Gray Collegiate; Chrisean Oree, Keenan; Sean Lindsay, Dorman; Arden Conyers, Westwood; Justin Britt, Goose Creek; Malachi Stevens, Oceanside Collegiate; Horace Jacques, Orangeburg-Wilkinson; Brandon Crawford, Irmo; Jordan Butler, Christ Church; Avantae Parker, Gray Collegiate

Head coach: Jerome Stewart, Timberland

Assistant coach: Joshua Staley, Ridge View

Jessica Means, Saluda; Jessica Woods, Westwood; Alaina Nettles, Summerville; Amiyah Ferguson, Timberland; Dasia Ferguson, Dorman; Yasmine Cook, Stratford; Trinity Delaney, AC Flora; Kamari Thompson, Southside; P’eris Smith, North Augusta; Lindsay Garner, Lexington

Head coach: Perry Stokes, East Clarendon

Assistant coach: Jeanette Wilder, Saluda

Jacob Adair, Enka; Addison Archer, Chase; James Scott, EE Smith; Elijah Strong, Myers Park; Trey Horton, Hough; Collin Kuhl, Holly Springs; DyQuavion Short, Farmville Central; Randall Pettus, Bessemer City; Malachi McLean, Lee County; Jack Voth, Hoggard

Head coach: Ike Walker, Jack Britt

Assistant coach: Billy Martin, RJ Reynolds

Daneesha Briggs, Beddingfield; Reychel Douglas, Millbrook; Kirsten Lewis-Williams, Lake Norman; Nevaeh Farmer, North Mecklenburg; Darrionna Howard, Clayton; Ally Hollifield, Shelby; Cassidy Geddes, Newton-Conover; Ka’Nyah O’Neal, Southside; Evangelia Paulk, Asheville; Caroline Thiel, Rocky Mount

Head coach: Marlon Lee, Clayton

Assistant coach: Brandon Holloway, Pisgah

This story was originally published February 15, 2023, 3:47 PM.

February, March a good time to catch lunker bass

Davy Hite is one of the nation’s most decorated and celebrated pro bass fishermen. A native of Saluda, S.C., who now lives in Ninety Six, S.C., he is one of two bass pros who have won bass fishing’s triple crown – the Bassmaster Classic, FLW Tour Championship and BASS Angler of the Year award.So if he worries about the average bass fisherman getting a late start on the year, there’s probably a good reason. He thinks it’s the early fisherman who gets the lunker bass – that keeping y...

Davy Hite is one of the nation’s most decorated and celebrated pro bass fishermen. A native of Saluda, S.C., who now lives in Ninety Six, S.C., he is one of two bass pros who have won bass fishing’s triple crown – the Bassmaster Classic, FLW Tour Championship and BASS Angler of the Year award.

So if he worries about the average bass fisherman getting a late start on the year, there’s probably a good reason. He thinks it’s the early fisherman who gets the lunker bass – that keeping your boat in the garage until March is a huge mistake.

“I think February and March are the best months to catch your PB – personal best. They are great times to catch a big fish,” said Hite, who gave a handful of seminars at the recent Raleigh Bass and Saltwater Expo on the N.C. State Fairgrounds. “Later in the spring, when the water is warmer, the fishing will be better for numbers, but this is the perfect time of year to target those big, prespawn females.”

Hite said that the weather can be troublesome. There are as many more 30- and 40-degree days than 50-degree days – but a serious bass fisherman knows that it’s just in the cards for bass to start getting into more of a feeding mood. Bass often key on the water temperature, but not nearly as much as they key on the lengthening amount of daylight in every 24-hour period. They understand spring is on the way, and know what that means: time to replenish the species.

“Don’t plan long-term; just look out a day or two and when you can, just go,” said Hite, who starts getting serious when the surface water temperature creeps into the high 40s. Bass metabolism is still slow, but it’s starting to warm to the tests of packing on weight in a period of just a few weeks in order to be at peak health when they spawn.

“Wherever you are fishing, there can be a lot going on (in February). You will have some fish that will almost immediately be prespawn fish, who aren’t far from spawning. Those fish will be in around 5 feet of water. And then, you’ll have fish that are still deep, relating to baitfish in 20 to 40 feet of water.

“Even if the weather is cold, there will be some bass that really want to get into shallow water. The approach of spring and the spawn will make them move,” he said. “I’ve fished with snow on the ground and caught them in 5 or 6 feet of water. You can have some groups of fish on shallow flats in creeks or in flat pockets, and they can be on 45-degree banks where you’re sitting in 20 feet of water throwing to the bank.”

Hite said he starts each February fishing day trying to figure out which stage the fish are in the lake where he launches his boat. He has crankbaits and jigs tied on all the rods on his casting deck: crankbaits when he is looking for fish, and jigs when he finds them.

“When I get on a body of water I haven’t fished in a few days – or a few weeks, or maybe not for a while – I’m going to start with a crankbait, because I can search with it. I start the day out looking, putting my trolling motor down, covering water,” he said. “In February and March, I like to fish crankbaits that have a tight wobble; that’s an action that really works in relatively cold water. I am going to fish either a Shad Rap or a Rapala OG Slim. Both of them have a tight wobble and they come in different sizes; the biggest baits typically dive deeper, and the smaller baits, you can’t throw them as far.”

Hite said bass in most lakes have a favorite meal in late winter: crawfish. The little crustaceans are full of protein, and bass want a high-protein diet when they’re preparing for the spawn. That’s why he uses baits that are colored like crawfish: reds, oranges and browns. Those colors don’t change when he finds fish and picks up a rod with a Buckeye mop jig tied on; he’ll use that bait to cover an area more thoroughly if he thinks it’s full of bass.

“I made my living as a bass pro for 24 years with a jig tied on. It’s super good to catch big fish, but I’m going to start every day with a crankbait,” he said. “I usually start fishing shallow water with deep water close by, and that’s relative, depending on the lake you’re fishing. I’m looking at staging areas where prespawn fish hang out. I think they use them to get back and forth to deep water like a car uses a highway.

“When I’m searching with a crankbait, I’m trying to find what kind of cover bass are relating to, and sometimes, water conditions can dictate that,” he said. “They can be on wood, brush, stickups, but this time of year, rocks are usually good. It can be any type of rock; river stone, pebble rock, chunk rod, slate rock or riprap. Where the bass are is relative to what kind of rock the crawfish are hiding in. When you get that figured out, if you catch a couple of fish, that’s when you go to a jig. I can fish it more slowly, and I have confidence I can throw a mop jig and have a good chance of catching a big, female bass.”

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Local stakeholders sought to guide water planning in South Carolina’s Saluda River Basin

SCDNR NewsThe S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has announced dates for two public meetings to provide citizens with an overview of a new water planning framework that will guide surface water management in the Saluda River basin over the next 50 years.The meetings will also serve as venues for engaging volunteers interested in serving on a council that will develop and implement the plan for the Saluda River basin. Meetings are scheduled in Columbia at Saluda Shoals Park on Tuesday, Nov. 1 and in Gr...

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The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has announced dates for two public meetings to provide citizens with an overview of a new water planning framework that will guide surface water management in the Saluda River basin over the next 50 years.

The meetings will also serve as venues for engaging volunteers interested in serving on a council that will develop and implement the plan for the Saluda River basin. Meetings are scheduled in Columbia at Saluda Shoals Park on Tuesday, Nov. 1 and in Greenville at Roper Mountain Science Center on Thursday, Nov. 3. Both meetings will be held from 6-8 p.m.

In March 2018, SCDNR established the State Water Planning Process Advisory Committee to help draft a “framework” document that will guide the development of individual river basin plans for each of the state’s eight major river basins. The Planning Process Advisory Committee includes representatives from a wide range of organizations, including the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control, Clemson University’s S.C. Water Resources Center, municipal and rural water systems, conservation groups, power companies and agricultural interests. In 2019, the group completed a report, the “South Carolina State Water Planning Framework,” which describes the river basin planning process and the intended contents of a river basin plan.

“The Planning Framework represents a foundation for the development of regional and state water plans, which are essential for our continued economic growth and protection of the resources and environment that we all share,” said Ken Rentiers, deputy director for SCDNR’s Land, Water and Conservation Division.

Each river basin plan will be created and overseen by a river basin council, a working group of stakeholders with water interests in the basin. River basin councils in the Edisto, Broad, and Pee Dee River basins have already been established and planning activities in those basins are ongoing. The Saluda River basin has been selected as the next basin to implement the new planning framework. Planning efforts and councils in the other four basins will follow as funding becomes available.

At its most fundamental level, a river basin plan will address four basic questions:

As stated in the Planning Framework, “Answering the fourth question is the heart of the water-planning process and greatly benefits from cooperation and consensus among all stakeholders throughout the basin. A successful and equitable river basin plan addresses the effects all water users have on one another and on the resource.”

Public involvement is critical to the goal of ensuring that future generations of South Carolinians have secure, well-managed supplies of our most critical natural resource—water. You can download a copy of the “South Carolina State Water Planning Framework” and learn more about the Planning Process Advisory Committee and the research underpinning this initiative.

Meeting locations and times:

Columbia—Nov. 1, 2022, 6-8 p.m.

Saluda Shoals Park – River Center

5605 Bush River Road

Columbia, SC 29212

Directions via Google Maps

Greenville—Nov. 3, 2022, 6-8 p.m.

Roper Mountain Science Center

Environmental Science & Sustainability Building, Room 201

Greenville, SC 29615

Meetings next week to help guide water planning in Saluda River basin

SCDNR NewsTwo public meetings will be held next week by the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) to provide citizens with an overview of a new water planning framework that will guide surface water management in the Saluda River basin over the next 50 years.The meetings will also serve as venues for engaging volunteers interested in serving on a council that will develop and implement the plan for the Saluda River basin. Meetings are scheduled in Columbia at Saluda Shoals Park on Tuesday, Nov. 1 and in ...

SCDNR News

Two public meetings will be held next week by the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) to provide citizens with an overview of a new water planning framework that will guide surface water management in the Saluda River basin over the next 50 years.

The meetings will also serve as venues for engaging volunteers interested in serving on a council that will develop and implement the plan for the Saluda River basin. Meetings are scheduled in Columbia at Saluda Shoals Park on Tuesday, Nov. 1 and in Greenville at Roper Mountain Science Center on Thursday, Nov. 3. Both meetings will be held from 6-8 p.m.

In March 2018, SCDNR established the State Water Planning Process Advisory Committee to help draft a “framework” document that will guide the development of individual river basin plans for each of the state’s eight major river basins. The Planning Process Advisory Committee includes representatives from a wide range of organizations, including the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control, Clemson University’s S.C. Water Resources Center, municipal and rural water systems, conservation groups, power companies and agricultural interests. In 2019, the group completed a report, the “South Carolina State Water Planning Framework,” which describes the river basin planning process and the intended contents of a river basin plan.

“The Planning Framework represents a foundation for the development of regional and state water plans, which are essential for our continued economic growth and protection of the resources and environment that we all share,” said Ken Rentiers, deputy director for SCDNR’s Land, Water and Conservation Division.

Each river basin plan will be created and overseen by a river basin council, a working group of stakeholders with water interests in the basin. River basin councils in the Edisto, Broad, and Pee Dee River basins have already been established and planning activities in those basins are ongoing. The Saluda River basin has been selected as the next basin to implement the new planning framework. Planning efforts and councils in the other four basins will follow as funding becomes available.

At its most fundamental level, a river basin plan will address four basic questions:

As stated in the Planning Framework, “Answering the fourth question is the heart of the water-planning process and greatly benefits from cooperation and consensus among all stakeholders throughout the basin. A successful and equitable river basin plan addresses the effects all water users have on one another and on the resource.”

Public involvement is critical to the goal of ensuring that future generations of South Carolinians have secure, well-managed supplies of our most critical natural resource—water. You can download a copy of the “South Carolina State Water Planning Framework” and learn more about the Planning Process Advisory Committee and the research underpinning this initiative at: https://hydrology.dnr.sc.gov/state-and-river-basin-planning.html.

Meeting locations and times:

Columbia—Nov. 1, 2022, 6-8 p.m.Saluda Shoals Park – River Center5605 Bush River RoadColumbia, SC 29212[Directions via Google Maps]

Greenville—Nov. 3, 2022, 6-8 p.m.Roper Mountain Science CenterEnvironmental Science & Sustainability Building, Room 201402 Roper Mountain RoadGreenville, SC 29615[Directions via Google Maps]

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