Park Visitors encouraged to be aware of Open Wells

Old home sites exist across many parts of the Sumter National Forest in South Carolina. Many of these sites still include open, hand-dug wells. The Forest Service is working to address known well hazards. Known well sites are being signed; however, there may be wells not yet discovered. To report an open well or for specific questions contact the Forest Service at these locations: Francis Marion and Sumter Headquarters 803-561-4000, Andrew Pickens Ranger District Office 864-639-9569, Enoree Ranger District Office 803-276-4810 or Long Cane Ranger District Office 803-637-5396.