South Carolina department of transportation News

South Carolina Lawmakers Override Gov to Pass Road Improvement Bill

A bill raising taxes and fees to repair South Carolina’s crumbling highways became law last week over Gov. Henry McMaster’s veto after House leaders blasted the Republican governor as failing to provide leadership on the state’s top priority. The override …

Crumbling South Carolina Roads Cost State Nearly $50M in Driver Claims Since 2010

Taxpayers are spending more to settle claims for vehicles damaged and wrecked on South Carolina’s crumbling roads. The State newspaper reports Friday that South Carolina has spent nearly $50 million since 2010 to settle lawsuits and claims for vehicle damage …

Roundabouts Reduce Accidents, Injuries in South Carolina

More traffic circles are being built in South Carolina and figures from the state Department of Transportation show they help reduce the number of accidents and injuries at intersections. The Independent Mail of Anderson reports that 15 traffic circles have …

South Carolina Paid $40M to Settle Road Claims Since 2010

A newspaper in South Carolina has reported the state has paid about $40 million since 2010 to settle road claims and lawsuits against the Transportation Department, with much of that money going to settle cases involving damages caused by potholes. …