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Functions,
FAQ's,
Common Terms,
Major Projects,
Interesting Facts,
Contact Information,
Office Hours
Functions
- Administration of Horry County Local Road Improvement Program
- Administration of Horry County Beach Renourishment Program
- Processing encroachment permit applications
- Acquisition of road and drainage easements
- Review and approval of subdivision plans. Construction inspections of approved subdivisions and administration of road dedication process.
- Railroad management and administration of freight operation lease.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I get my road paved?
In FY 98 Horry County implemented the Horry County Local Road Improvement Program. Initially the roads to
be paved were prioritized by the individual council members. Once their requests have been completed future roads will be identified by the
Engineering Department based on an updated road priority list within each district. Recommendations will then be presented to council members
for their review and approval and the final list will be approved by county council. Since 1998 153 miles have been paved.
- Who do I call if l have a road or drainage problem?
Call the Horry County Road and Drainage Hotline at 381-8000. The callers name,
address, phone number and complaint/request are entered into the Hotline system and forwarded to an Engineering Technician to investigate.
The caller will be contacted within 48 hours to schedule an on site inspection so that an assessment of the problem can be prepared.
- Will Horry County install a drainage pipe in my driveway?
Horry County will install one (1) drainage culvert per driveway at residences
located on a county maintained road. The caller will be directed to the Public Works Department so that an appointment can be scheduled to measure
the driveway and then the property owner will need to pay the Public Works Department directly for the cost of the pipe materials. There is no charge for the
labor involved to install the drainage tile.
- How do I obtain an encroachment permit?
Encroachment permits are issued at no charge by the Engineering Department. Applicants may
contact 915-5160 and we will be happy to mail a copy or stop by the Engineering Department to pick one up.
- Can I place an object or work in the County right-of-way?
The Horry County Engineering Department reviews such requests individually
and, upon approval, issues an encroachment permit for the placement of items within the County's right-of-way. An encroachment permit application
form may be obtained by mail, at no charge, by calling the Engineering Department at 915-5160 or citizens may stop by the Engineering Department
at 4401 Privetts Road, Conway and pick up the application form. Any questions regarding encroachments may be directed to Glenn Taylor,
Engineering Technician, at 915-5160.
Common Terms
- Right-of-way easement: A legal document which creates a public road access across
a portion of an individual's property.
- Drainage easement: A legal document allowing Horry County staff members
to enter private property for the purpose of installing and/or maintaining a
drainage ditch.
- Encroachment permit: A document allowing a citizen to place an object or
perform work within the County's easement.
- Dedication documents: Documents prepared by developers wishing to
dedicate subdivisions to Horry County once construction is complete.
Major Projects
- Horry County Local Road Improvement Program
- Horry County Road and Drainage Hotline
- Implementation of County Pavement Management Program
- Beach Renourishment
Interesting Facts
- In 1998 the Horry County Local Road Improvement Program was approved by County Council. Since that time 153 miles have been improved to a paved condition.
Additionally, 20 bridges have been repaired/replaced utilizing this plan.
In November 2006 the citizens of Horry County approved the One-Cent Capital Projects Sales Tax referendum. This program will pave an additional 100 miles
of County roads; resurface 67 miles; construct a grade separated interchange at the intersection of US Hwy. 17 Bypass and SC Hwy. 707 at the Backgate of
the Myrtle Beach Air Base; widen SC Hwy. 707 from Enterprise Road to the County line including intersection improvements at SC Hwy. 544; construct the
Aynor overpass; widen Glenns Bay Road to three lanes and construct a grade separated interchange at US Hwy. 17 Bypass; and pave two lanes of
International Drive from Carolina Forest to SC Hwy. 90 within the next seven years.
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- In March 1997 the Horry County Road and Drainage Hotline was established to provide the citizens of Horry County with a central location for voicing road
and drainage complaints and requests, as well as allowing Horry County to track and file those complaints received. Advertisements have been run on cable
television information channels, in newspapers and bumper stickers have been utilized in an effort to provide the telephone number to the public.
The hotline has responded to 22,500 concerns since 1997.
Contact Information
| Contact Person: |
| Stormwater Issues: | Thomas J. Garigen
Stormwater Manager |
| Engineering Issues: | Steven S. Gosnell, P.E.
Director of Infrastructure & Regulation Division
County Engineer |
| Easement Issues: | David Helms, Engineering Technician |
| Encroachment Permits: | Glenn Taylor, Engineering Technician |
| Road & Drainage Questions: | Hotline @ 381-8000 |
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| Mailing Address: |
4401 Privetts Road, Conway, SC 29526 |
| Physical location: |
Approximately 12 miles North of Conway on Privetts Road. |
| Phone: |
(843) 915-5160 |
| Fax: |
(843) 365-2170 |
| Email: |
gosnells@horrycounty.org |
Office Hours
- 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
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