Lake Wateree PCB Contamination
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services to investigate the source of PCB contamination in Lake Wateree and the Catawba-Wateree River Basin. The investigation will specifically look for responsibility, potentially including Duke Energy, for the contamination and its impact on the lake’s ecosystem and aquatic life. The Department is required to report its findings to the Governor, the General Assembly, the Office of Regulatory Staff, and the Public Service Commission by December 31, 2026.
Key provisions
- Directs the Department of Environmental Services to conduct an investigation.
- Focuses the investigation on the origin of PCB use in Lake Wateree and the Catawba-Wateree River Basin.
- Specifically examines potential responsibility of Duke Energy or its predecessors.
- Authorizes the Department to utilize the Office of Inspector General's assistance.
- Requires the Department to report findings to multiple state agencies and the Governor.
Who is affected
- South Carolina Department of Environmental Services
- Lake Wateree and Catawba-Wateree River Basin
- Ecological and aquatic life in the lake and basin
- Duke Energy (potentially)
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal investigation into PCB contamination.
- Specifies the scope of the investigation to include identifying responsible parties.
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