South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-62 - Air Pollution Control Regulations and Standards
Subchapter 61-62.6 - Control of Fugitive Particulate Matter
Section 61-62.6.II - CONTROL OF FUGITIVE PARTICULATE MATTER IN PROBLEM AREAS

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-62.6.II

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

(A) For the purpose of this section, problem areas are defined as areas in which ambient levels of particulate matter are at or near primary standards; areas where an undesirable level of air pollution exists; areas in which excessive levels of fugitive particulate matter result in complaints from the general public; areas in which fugitive particulate matter is determined to be impacting upon a non-attainment area.

(B) No person shall cause or permit any fugitive particulate matter that can reasonably be controlled to escape into the ambient air. Such reasonable control shall be in accordance with recognized and generally accepted methods as determined by the Department and may include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Restrictions as applicable and contained in Section I;

2. Enclosure of any dust generating process to prevent fugitive emissions/dust; and

3. Modification or reduction of materials handling to minimize the generation of dust.

Disclaimer: These regulations may not be the most recent version. South Carolina may have more current or accurate information. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained on this site or the information linked to on the state site. Please check official sources.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.