County Seeks to Curtail Dumping at New Park

The land along the Ashley River has historically had its woes with trespassers and the congestion of unwanted items that litter the undeveloped property. 

But now that it's owned by Dorchester County and is planned to become the next public park, county officials are cracking down on vandals, trespassers and dumpers.

During the Jan. 7 meeting of council, County Council addressed concerns and talked about beefing up security at the property, which neighbors Richard Rosebrock Park across the river and has access from Bacons Bridge Road. 

Dumping is one of the chief priorities. Garbage, including a dead dog and a television stuffed down a manhole, have been found on the property.

In addtion to law enforcement patrols on the land, the county will post no trespassing signs and video cameras. Manholes will also be locked down. The county will keep grass lower and likely replace entrance gates.