South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control

We promote and protect the health of the public and the environment.

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• Fishing games for Kids & Parents

Pocotaligo River - Entire River - (From Sumter to the Black River)

DO NOT EAT ANY

Bowfin (Mudfish)
Chain Picerel
Largemouth Bass

One meal per week

All Other Species of Fish

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