South carolina contains an abundance of freshwater in lakes, ponds, rivers and streams

Scdnr is charged with the management of the fisheries resources within these waters. In order to provide for the management, protection and enhancement of the state s freshwater fisheries resources, scdnr need to annually assess the condition of fishes through a statewide research and survey project. This project will insure that management measures, such as creel and size limits, predator introduction and fish stocking schedules are based on reliable, up-to-date information. This grant provides the opportunity to conduct and coordinate all freshwater fisheries management activities within south carolina. The freshwater fisheries section of the south carolina department of natural resources is charged with the management of the fisheries resources within these major drainage basins. Management of fisheries resources includes, but is not limited to:1) annually assessing the condition of state freshwater fishery resources in selected rivers, streams, lakes, and reservoirs within four regions and to address resource issues which cross district boundaries through a statewide research and survey project in order to allow management measures such as creel and size limits, predator introductions, and fish stocking schedules are based on reliable, up-to-date information. 2) providing technical assistance, to investigate fish mortalities and to review and comment on all development activities which may impact the state s aquatic resources. 3) improving sportfishing opportunities in reservoirs and streams by providing well-marked, accessible areas that concentrate fish and improve habitat. Providing improved access to fishery resources in impoundments and streams for anglers. Increasing fishing opportunities and improve angling success.