Lexington notifies the public about sewer spills
- Staff Writer
- May 12, 2025
- 1 min read
Lexington, SC 05/12/2025 - Due to recent heavy rainfall, the Town of Lexington is experiencing ongoing or potential Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs) affecting Twelvemile Creek and Fourteenmile Creek downstream of Corley Mill Road. Additionally, there is a potential SSO impacting Lake Murray near Spence Drive. Signs have been posted at the affected locations to alert the public.
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services has been notified and the Town is
actively working to limit any further impact.
Contact the Town of Lexington’s Utilities Department for further information about this notification at 803-359-2434.
Staying informed and avoiding affected waterways during this period is essential for protecting public health and the environment, reminding the community that awareness and timely action—much like maintaining control in Slope Rider—are key to safely navigating challenging conditions.