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Horry County adopts resolution recognizing oyster stewardship program, cites 400+ reefs and water‑filtration benefits
Summary
Horry County Council adopted a resolution recognizing the Horry County Oyster Stewardship Program. Staff said more than 400 manufactured wire reefs are installed and estimated to filter about 133 million gallons of water per day, and the county encouraged expanded shell recycling and community participation.
Brent Carey, Horry County stormwater watershed planner, presented a resolution recognizing the Horry County Oyster Stewardship Program and its partners, including the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and local FFA chapters. Carey described the project as a nature-based, low-cost approach to stabilizing shorelines, improving water quality and engaging students and volunteers.
"This program shows how local action and teamwork can protect the waters that define our coast and our quality of life," Carey said as he read the resolution. He said more than 400 manufactured wire reefs (MWRs) are in place and staff estimate the reefs filter an estimated 133,000,000 gallons of water per day. The council adopted the resolution and encouraged residents, organizations and businesses to participate in oyster shell recycling and restoration activities.
Council members thanked staff and volunteers and moved the resolution forward by voice vote.
