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The below rates are effective as of July 1, 2024
Monthly Sewer Rates
Residential
Flat Residential: $66.15
Commercial
Metered Commercial and Industrial Services: Monthly Base (0 -7,000 gallons) $66.15
An additional charge of $12.70 will be applied for each additional 1,000 gallons over 7,000.
Monthly Water Rates
| Gallons | MONTHLY RATE |
|---|---|
| 0 - 3,000 |
Minimum Charge based on meter size (see chart below) Plus SCDHEC Fee of $.50 |
| 3,001 -7,000 |
$4.68 per thousand gallons |
| 7,001+ | $5.02 per thousand gallons |
| Meter Size | Minimum Charge |
|---|---|
|
3/4" |
$37.19* |
|
1" |
$65.46 |
|
1-1/2" |
$123.49 |
| 2" | $187.46 |
| 3" | $300.54 |
|
4" |
$432.95 |
|
6" |
627.85 |
|
8" |
$709.68 |
|
10" |
$791.51 |
|
12" |
$873.34 |
*A Residential meter is normally 3/4" in size.
Past Due or Delinquent Fees
When the monthly water and/or sewer bill is not paid in full by the due date stated on the monthly bill, the department may charge a past due fee. If the account remains unpaid for 30 days after the bill date, a delinquent fee will be added to the account and the service may be turned off for non-payment.
Past Due Fee - $5
Delinquent Fee - $50
