1. 2016

   Savannah River obligated funds to five CFDA 81.214 5,014,911.13

2. 2017

   Savannah River plans to obligate funds to ten CFDA 81.214

3. 2020

   SCDNR serves as primary manager of the Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve (Crackerneck), the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) implemented all aspects of the comprehensive Management Plan for Crackerneck. The SCDNR formulated and implemented the public, outdoor recreation program, 70 days were planned for recreation at Crackerneck but due to the Covid-19 virus closure only 54 days were implemented. A new site use covering the 2020-2021 recreation schedule for the area was submitted and approved. The SCDNR served as a core team member within the Forest-ID Team to insure Crackerneck natural resource prescriptions were consistent with habitat goals outlined in the Management Plan for the area. Frequent meetings with US Forest Service Savannah River Site (USFS-SRS) personnel were held to ensure implementation of future timber harvests, road construction/maintenance, and prescribed burning complied with approved prescriptions and site uses.

   SCDHEC reviewed two Records of Decisions (ROD), eight secondary documents, and six administrative duties during FY21.

   SCEMD updated and revised the SRS site specific annex to the SC Operation Radiological Emergency Response Plan. Coordinated, reviewed and validated the local emergency response plans of Aiken, Allendale, and Barnwell Counties. Educated the public about safeguarding themselves and their property from hazards associated with SRS operations. Enhanced alert and warning capabilities. Coordinated training for state, Aiken, Allendale and Barnwell county emergency response personnel.

   GEMA/HS reviewed and updated Annex C (Savannah River Site) to the Georgia Radiological Emergency Plan (REP). GEMA/HS reviewed and updated in cooperation with Burke County Emergency Management Agency the Burke County REP Plan. GEMA/HS conducted periodic meetings of the Radiation Working Group (RWG) to enhance coordination on emergency management/response issues. GEMA/HS conducted training for state and local emergency response personnel whose services may be required in the event of a radiological incident at SRS.

   SREL provided the public with an independent evaluation of the ecological effects of Savannah River Site (SRS) operations on the environment through a program of ecological research, education and outreach. The community outreach portion of the program relies on traditional methods of community involvement, including workshops and outreach meetings.

   SSU provides education and community outreach. The approach in the education arena combines an intern program, with expanding environmental curricula.
   COS provided daily monitoring of the tritium concentrations in the Savannah River to ensure the integrity of the raw water being used throughout the Savannah area from excessive concentrations of tritium to protect public health and safety. SCIAA continued advancement of State knowledge for the cultural heritage of the SRS, the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) and the southeastern United States. Supported accomplishment of scientific research, dissemination of knowledge in the academic and public sectors. Continued Preservation of the physical remains of the cultural heritage of the area.

4. 2022

   Fiscal Year 2022: Fiscal Year 2022: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) serves as primary manager of the Crackerneck Wildlife Management Area and Ecological Reserve (Crackerneck), SCDNR implemented all aspects of the comprehensive Management Plan for Crackerneck. The SCDNR formulated and implemented the public, outdoor recreation program, 70 days were planned for recreation at Crackerneck but due to the Covid-19 virus closure only 54 days were implemented. A new site use covering the recreation schedule for the area was submitted and approved. The SCDNR served as a core team member within the Forest-ID Team to insure Crackerneck natural resource prescriptions were consistent with habitat goals outlined in the Management Plan for the area. Frequent meetings with US Forest Service Savannah River Site (USFS-SRS) personnel were held to ensure implementation of future timber harvests, road construction/maintenance, and prescribed burning complied with approved prescriptions and site uses. South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) reviewed two Records of Decisions (ROD), eight secondary documents, and six administrative duties during 2022. South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) updated and revised the Savannah River Site (SRS) site specific annex to the South Carolina (SC) Operation Radiological Emergency Response Plan. Coordinated, reviewed and validated the local emergency response plans of Aiken, Allendale, and Barnwell Counties. Educated the public about safeguarding themselves and their property from hazards associated with SRS operations. Enhanced alert and warning capabilities. Coordinated training for state, Aiken, Allendale and Barnwell county emergency response personnel. Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) reviewed and updated Annex C (Savannah River Site) to the Georgia Radiological Emergency Plan (REP). GEMA reviewed and updated in cooperation with Burke County Emergency Management Agency the Burke County REP Plan. GEMA conducted periodic meetings of the Radiation Working Group (RWG) to enhance coordination on emergency management/response issues. GEMA conducted training for state and local emergency response personnel whose services may be required in the event of a radiological incident at SRS. Savannah River Ecology Lab (SREL) provided the public with an independent evaluation of the ecological effects of SRS operations on the environment through a program of ecological research, education and outreach. The community outreach portion of the program relies on traditional methods of community involvement, including workshops and outreach meetings. Savannah State University (SSU) provides education and community outreach. The approach in the education arena combines an intern program, with expanding environmental curricula. City of Savannah (COS) provided daily monitoring of the tritium concentrations in the Savannah River to ensure the integrity of the raw water being used throughout the Savannah area from excessive concentrations of tritium to protect public health and safety. South Carolina Institute of Archeology and Anthropology (SCIAA) continued advancement of State knowledge for the cultural heritage of the SRS, the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) and the southeastern United States. Supported accomplishment of scientific research, dissemination of knowledge in the academic and public sectors. Continued Preservation of the physical remains of the cultural heritage of the area.

Single Audit Applies (2 CFR Part 200 Subpart F):

For additional information on single audit requirements for this program, review the current Compliance Supplement.

1. National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Public Law 89-665; 16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.). Subsequent amendments to the Act include Public Laws 91-243, 93-54, 94-422, 94-458, 96-199, 96-244, 96-515, 98-483, 99-514, 100-127, 102-575, 103-437, 104-333, 106-113, 106-176, 106-208, 106-355,109-453. Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 (Public Law 96-95; 16 U.S.C. 470aa-mm) Native American Graves Protection And Repatriation Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-601) Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (Superfund) of 1980 42 U.S.C. §9601 et seq. Solid Waste Disposal Act of 1965, (Public Law 102-386; 42 U.S.C 6961), Section 6001 Atomic Energy Act of 1954 as amended, Public law 83-703;Stat. 9191: 42 U.S.C. 2011 et seq; Department of Energy Organization Act, 42 U.S.C. 7101 Public Law 95-91 Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (42 U.S.C. 11001-11050) of 1986 (Title III of Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (PL 99-499) Energy Policy Act of 1992 Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act, 5 U.S.C. 552 and 5 U.S.C. 552a. White House Initiative On Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Executive Order13532, February 26, 2010 White House Initiative On Education Excellence for Hispanics, Executive Order13555, October 19, 2010 Federal Actions To Address Environmental Justice In Minority Populations And Low-Income Populations, Executive Order, 12898, February 11, 1994.