South Carolina (State Waters)

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South Carolina (State Waters)

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South Carolina (State Waters)

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Marine Area
% of Total
Marine Area
% of Total
519 km2
15.79 %
2,741 km2
83.45 %
16 km2
0.48 %
5 km2
0.15 %
4 km2
0.12 %
Last Update: April 2026

47 Protected and Managed Areas (Includes Subzones)

18 MPAs, 29 Non-MPAs, 5 Subzones

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