Stormwater Management
Stormwater BMP Maintenance Agreement Guidance Document
Beaufort County Stormwater Staff, in coordination with Beaufort County Legal and Beaufort County Record of Deeds staff, have created a guidance document on how to properly complete the Stormwater Maintenance Agreement documentation (for applicable projects). This guide should be reviewed prior to any Stormwater Maintenance Agreements being submitted for review to ensure the legal approval and recording processes are as straightforward as practicable.
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FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Application
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) have received an application for Federal grant funding from Beaufort County Stormwater through the Hazard Mitigation Program (HGMP). Funding for this grant was made available after the 4492 Presidential declaration following COVID-19. Funding for the proposed project will be conditional upon compliance with all applicable federal, tribal, state and local laws, regulations, flood plain standards, permit requirements and conditions. Select "View Full Notice" to see more information.
Vision Statement
Efficient Utility Addressing the Stormwater Needs of the County, while Protecting its Water Resources.
Mission Statement
Dedicated to the management, construction, maintenance, protections, control, regulation, use, and enhancement of stormwater systems and programs in Beaufort County in concert with other water resource management programs.
| Information | (843)255-2802 |
| Office | (843)255-2805 |
| Business Bills | (843)255-2804 |
| Easements | (843)255-2694 |
| Maintenance | (843)255-2802 |
Business Hours
Stormwater Management
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Mon. - Fri.)
Stormwater Maintenance / Infrastructure
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Mon. - Fri.)
Utility Activities
The Utility was established by County Ordinance and its activities are guided by a Comprehensive Master Plan completed in 2006 and by a Stormwater Management Utility Board.
Extent of Service (EOS) and Level of Service (LOS) for maintenance activities are guided by the following documents:
Extent of Service (EOS)
Level of Service (LOS)
The Master Plan identifies nine program elements that are to be addressed by the utility. They are:
Stormwater Control Regulations
Primary Stormwater Management System Enhancements
Water Quality Controls for Existing Developments
Water Quality Monitoring
Annual Maintenance
Inventory of Secondary Stormwater Management System
Additional/ On-going Study and Analysis
Public Information
Utility Administration
Requirements concerning Stormwater Systems are found in the Counties Zoning and Development Standards Ordinance and the design criteria found in our Best Management Practices Manual.
The Utility partners with four Municipalities in the County through inter local agreements linked below. Drainage efforts within these municipalities are supported through fees collected by the County. The fees that are collected within a municipality's jurisdiction are then distributed back to the municipality. If you have a drainage concern in the Town of Hilton Head Island, the Town of Bluffton, the Town of Port Royal, or the City of Beaufort please contact the towns/city. They will coordinate with the Utility if we can be of support.
Municipality Contacts
| Municipality | Contact | |
|---|---|---|
City of Beaufort |
Nate Farrow |
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| Town of Bluffton |
Kim Jones |
kjones@townofbluffton.com |
| Town of Hilton Head Island |
Jeff Buckalew |
jeffb@hiltonheadislandsc.gov |
| Town of Port Royal |
Van Willis |
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