The proposed bill H. 4687 aims to enhance road safety in South Carolina by mandating that county sheriffs submit quarterly reports to the Department of Transportation (DOT) identifying hazardous road segments within their jurisdictions. The bill establishes a structured classification system for reported roads, categorizing them as requiring immediate work, potentially hazardous, or currently dangerous with a recommendation for closure. Additionally, it stipulates that the DOT must evaluate these reports within 24 hours and respond to sheriffs regarding necessary actions, including potential road closures.

To support this initiative, the bill requires the DOT to maintain a centralized database of the reports, incorporate the information into its project prioritization system, and provide written responses to each report within 45 days. Furthermore, counties that submit timely reports will receive a reimbursement of $500 for administrative costs, funded through the DOT's existing budget without the need for new taxes or fees. If the DOT fails to respond within the specified timeframe, automatic notifications will be sent to the Governor and the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Transportation.

Statutes affected:
12/17/2025: 23-15-150
Latest Version: 23-15-150