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History for Centuries
Established in 1785, Edgefield County is a part of the Aiken/Augusta metropolitan statistical area. It is located on the Savannah River just north of Augusta and north-west of Aiken County, covering an area of 506 square miles. It has a population of approximately 27,000 (2010 census.)
The county has four incorporated municipalities; Edgefield, the County seat,Johnston, Trenton and North Augusta. The county’s economy is balanced with approximately equal sectors of agriculture, manufacturing and services. It is divided by the fall line with the north-western two thirds in the Piedmont and one third in the sandhill and ridge country.
Edgefield County is one of the largest peach producers in the United States and hence, thousands of rural acres color the area in a blaze of peach blossoms every spring. In April, Johnston celebrates this spectacular display of nature with its annual Peach Blossom Festival, and in nearby Trenton the annual Peach Festival in June draws thousands of people from all over the southeast. Edgefield County is also the home of the headquarters for the National Wild Turkey Federation which is one of the most respected conservation organizations of its kind in the United States.
Many historians agree that few counties anywhere in the South can claim a history as full of color and controversy as the Old Edgefield District. Over its 225 year history it has produced many prominent leaders of the State and Nation. Historic homes and churches, and a remarkable collection of original County documents dating back to 1785 draw thousands of researchers and tourists each year.
Edgefield County In The News
Edgefield County Library Update on Re-Opening
Jalisha Adams, Manager, of the Edgefield County Library reached out to let us know they are working hard to make progress towards reopening the Library. They want to be sure they will be able to reopen safely for staff and library patrons. Currently they are offering...
Planning Commission to Hold Public Hearing 06/11/2020
Edgefield County Planning Commission 6/11/2020 Meeting Public HearingThe following public hearings will take place at The Edgefield County Planning Commission meeting on June 11th, 2020 at 6pm. Given the COVID-19 pandemic the meeting will be conducted via Zoom and...
Requirements to Challenge a Ballot
Requirements to Challenge a BallotPoll managers, any voter, and any qualified watcher may challenge the vote of a person who may be known or suspected not to be a qualified voter. A challenge may also be made if you have good reason to believe the person has already...
COUNTY COUNCIL TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS
Ordinance Number 19-20-768 - An Ordinance Providing for the FY 2020-2021 General Operating Budget and Establishing Ancillary Budgets for Debt Service, E-911 Administration, Industrial Park, Solid Waste Disposal, Victims’ Bill of Rights, Emergency Medical Services,...
LMO Steering Committee Meeting Information
Edgefield County LMO Steering Committee 5/7/2020 Video Meeting & Live Stream The Edgefield County LMO Steering Committee meeting on May 7th, 2020 at 5pm will be held via Zoom. The Committee will not be physically present at the County Council Chambers. The Zoom...
LMO PowerPoint Presentation
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LMO Briefing
Purpose of the Land Management Ordinance Why is Edgefield County updating the Land Management Ordinance? Edgefield County Council determined that there is a need to update the current ordinances of the County regarding development, to provide better management of the...
Sheriff’s Office has Immediate Openings
Reassessment Notice
Edgefield County is in the process of our Countywide Reassessment Program which all counties are required under South Carolina law to implement every five years. We expect to complete the current reassessment by December 31, 2020. An appraiser will come out to your...
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Edgefield County, 124 Courthouse Square, Edgefield, SC 29824
Phone: (803) 637-4000, Fax: (803) 637-4056.
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