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Sample results show bacteria levels below DHEC requirements following wastewater spill in Socastee

File photo of N. Myrtle Beach sewer.

The Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority says bacteria levels are below requirements following a wastewater spill in the Socastee area. 

A press release says sampling results from Friday confirmed bacteria levels were below the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s requirements for recreational waters. 

The wastewater spill happened around 9:30 a.m. on July 29 due to a pipeline failure in Rosewood Estates, according to the report.. The wastewater flowed into the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway adjacent to the Rosewood Boat Landing, located on Peachwood Court. 

As a result of the spill, a public notice for potential contamination was issued. This notification was rescinded on Monday. 

For more information, contact GSWSA’s customer service department at 843-443-8200.