What’s the latest with ocean outfall project in North Myrtle Beach? Here’s what we know
North Myrtle Beach has been working on its ocean outfall project for months.
As spring break season gets underway in the Grand Strand, crews are on Ocean Boulevard working on construction underneath the roadway.
Recently, the project came under the microscope when questions about its funding were under fire with the new presidential administration.
The day before Trump announced a spending freeze that was quickly rescinded, Congressman Russell Fry (SC-7) said in a press release he secured $28 million from the U.S. Army Corps.
The funds will go towards construction costs for ocean outfalls and stormwater mitigation in the City of North Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas, and will be distributed over three fiscal years.
- $500,000 in Fiscal Year 2025
- $25,000,000 in Fiscal Year 2026
- $2,500,000 in Fiscal Year 2027
“This funding is a major win for the City of North Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand. The construction of ocean outfalls along the coast of North Myrtle Beach will not only address immediate needs, but also build a foundation for long-term resilience and growth,” Fry said in the release. “Projects like these that protect our coastlines and improve public safety will always remain a priority for me. I was proud to support this funding request and am looking forward to seeing the impact these improvements have in North Myrtle Beach.”
According to Fry’s spokesperson, Katherine Thordahl, the money was not impacted under federal cuts.
Construction and cleaning on North Myrtle Beach’s outfalls first began last summer, previous Sun News reporting said.
