# S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-85: SECTION 48-39-85. "Adopt-a-Beach" program

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## Section

- **Citation:** S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-85
- **Heading:** SECTION 48-39-85. "Adopt-a-Beach" program
- **Jurisdiction:** South Carolina
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** SC Code / Title 48 / Chapter 39 / Section 48-39-85

## Text

(A) In order to promote safe and clean litter-free beaches, the department shall develop a program to be known as "Adopt-A-Beach", whereby an industry or a private civic organization may adopt one mile, or other feasible distance, of South Carolina beach for the sole purpose of controlling litter along that section of beach. (B) Included in the responsibilities of any industry or private civic organization which chooses to participate in the program shall be the following: (1) development of a functional plan to influence and encourage the public to improve the appearance of the adopted section of beach; (2) a general cleanup of the area at least twice a year; and (3) assistance to the department in securing media coverage for the program.

## Nearby sections

- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-10 SECTION 48-39-10. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-10.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-20 SECTION 48-39-20. Legislative declaration of findings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-20.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-30 SECTION 48-39-30. Legislative declaration of state policy.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-30.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-35 SECTION 48-39-35. Coastal Division created.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-35.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-45 SECTION 48-39-45. Coastal Zone Management Advisory Council created; membership; duties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-45.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-50 SECTION 48-39-50. Powers and duties of department.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-50.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-60 SECTION 48-39-60. Department of Natural Resources to provide additional personnel.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-60.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-70 SECTION 48-39-70. Cooperation of other agencies and commissions; administration of oaths; subpoenas.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-70.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-80 SECTION 48-39-80. Development of coastal management program.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-80.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-85 SECTION 48-39-85. "Adopt-a-Beach" program.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-85.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-90 SECTION 48-39-90. Public hearings on management plan.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-90.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-100 SECTION 48-39-100. Plan developed in cooperation with local governments.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-100.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-110 SECTION 48-39-110. Submission of plan by State Ports Authority.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-110.md)
- [S.C. Code Ann. § 48-39-120 SECTION 48-39-120. Development of beach erosion control policy; issuance of permits for erosion control structures; removal of structures; limitation on development of property.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_SC_T48_C39_S48-39-120.md)

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