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Georgetown County water district reports nearly 12.5 miles of ARPA-funded lines installed, adds fire protection for rural residents
Summary
Tommy Kennedy, executive director of the Georgetown County Water and Sewer District, told council that about 12.5 miles of ARPA-funded waterlines are installed in western Georgetown County, bringing potable water and fire protection to roughly 120 residents and supporting future economic growth.
Tommy Kennedy, executive director of the Georgetown County Water and Sewer District, updated council Dec. 10 on ARPA-funded waterline work in the county's western areas.
Kennedy said the district received about $2 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds earlier this year for waterline extensions. Since work began in January the district has installed almost 12.5 miles of water pipe, providing new fire protection and potable water to rural neighborhoods, including portions of the Pleasant Hill community and an extension on Johnson Road.
Kennedy said the projects also "complete loops" and strengthen the system so additional fire hydrants can be added in existing communities. He estimated the work currently benefits about 120 residents and noted that rural service is costlier per mile because homes are spread farther apart. Once lines are operational, Kennedy said the fire department will be notified to update ISO ratings, and individual homeowners can contact insurers about potential rate changes.
Council thanked Kennedy and his board for the work; no formal action or vote was required that evening.
