Welcome
TOWN OF HEATH SPRINGS SOUTH CAROLINA
103 Duncan Street | P.O. Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
Phone: 803-273-2066
Fax: 803-273-3478
Webb Sworn in as newest town council member
Webb Elected To Town Council
Vincent Webb, center, is sworn in as a member of Heath Springs Town Council by Mayor Eddie Moore, right, at a special Town Council meeting June 7. Holding the Bible is Webb’s wife, Ann Webb. Vincent Webb was recently elected during a special election to fill an unexpired term on council.
Get to know our southern comfort and charm
Our Town
Your Government
Your Government
Located in Lancaster County, South Carolina just 40 minutes south of Charlotte, NC, and just an hour north of Columbia, SC, the Town of Heath Springs has been in existence for more than 200 years. With a population of just under 500 residents, we pride ourselves on maintaining the hospitality of a small Southern town while striving to improve the future for all of our residents.
In the early 1800s, the Hanging Rock Mineral Spring became well-known for its “healing, bubbling springs” and in the 1850s, the Hanging Rock Mineral Springs Inn began attracting people from many areas seeking the healthful mineral spring waters. Though Sherman’s soldiers destroyed the inn, the area around the spring, known as the Heath Spring after its new owner, had begun to grow, and eventually a post office originally called the Heath Spring Post Office was established. Later a business firm from Lancaster opened in the area—the Heath, Springs and Company, and in 1890, the town of Heath Springs was incorporated, and the post office soon changed its name to Heath Springs Post Office.
Your Government
Your Government
Your Government
The Town of Heath Springs has a total population of 987 and was first incorporated in 1890. The Town is governed by a Council form of government. Most functions of Town government are administered at Heath Springs Town Hall which is located at 103 Duncan Street.
The Town Council consists of 5 members elected at large and includes the Mayor who oversees all meetings. Elections are held the first Tuesday of November in odd years and are non-partisan.
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Regular Council meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The public is encouraged and welcome to attend.
TOWN COUNCIL
CONTACT INFORMATION
Eddie Moore, Mayor
PO Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
803-273-9938 (h)
843-337-1816 (c)
Iva Lee Drakeford, Mayor Pro Tem
PO Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
843-337-2812 (h)
803-287-7480 (c)
Peggy Bowers, Councilwoman
P. O. Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
803-246-1415 (c)
Deborah Truesdale, Councilwoman
P. O. Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
803-287-8677
Vincent Webb, Councilman
PO Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058-8737
Phone: (803) 273-9229
Wanda Kilpatrick, Town Clerk
P.O. Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
803-273-2066wanda@heathsprings.us
If you would like to speak with the Town Administrator or any member of the Town Council, please contact us at 803-273-2066.
HOLIDAYS OBSERVED
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Easter (Monday)
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Day after Christmas
The Ann S. Taylor Municipal Building will close for each of these holidays. Sanitation route will continue as normal unless Christmas Day falls on Tuesday. All route schedule change will be printed on water bill notices.
Town Services
Your Government
Economic Development
The day-to-day operations of the Town of Heath Springs are managed by the Town Clerk and supervised by the Town Administrator. Main offices for the Town of Heath Springs are located just off Main Street at 103 Duncan Street. The Town phone number is 803-273-2066 Departments, programs, and services of the Town include:
- Town Clerk
The Town Clerk serves as clerk to the Town Council, serves as the main office manager for the Town, and handles all accounts payable/receivables, human resources and serves as the collections department for the Town including billing and collections for water, sewer, and business license fees.
- Law Enforcement
The Town of Heath Springs receives police protection from the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office.
- Fire Department
The Town of Heath Springs receives fire protection from the Heath Springs Volunteer Fire Department which is located adjacent to Town Hall at 103 Duncan Street. The department has 12 volunteers. The Lancaster County Fire Service provides oversight of all County volunteer departments and provides funding assistance for new equipment and training.
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Lancaster County EMS operates a station in Heath Springs at 309 Hart Street and provides emergency medical assistance to Town of Heath Springs residents.
- Water & Wastewater
The Town of Heath Springs owns and operates water and wastewater facilities. The Town handles all billing for these services and has contractual agreements to oversee the maintenance and operation of these facilities. Residential and commercial customers can receive service and pay bills at the Ann S. Taylor Municipal Building located at 103 Duncan Street. Bills are generated and mailed the final week of each month. Payment is due by the 12th with a late fee (10% of billed amount) assessed on the 13th. If the 12th falls on a weekend or holiday, payment will be accepted the next business day without penalty. Cut off is on the 20th of each month. If the 20th falls on a weekend or holiday, cut off will resume on the next business day
- Maintenance Department
Maintains Town facilities and assists in the welfare of town related issues.
- Sanitation Department
Provides garbage pickup for residents each week on Tuesdays. Residents should check their monthly water bill for important updates to any route changes. Route changes normally occur if there is a threat of severe or inclement weather or the Christmas Holiday. We will do our best to notify residents of any last minute changes via our Facebook page and the Town website.
- Leaf and Limb Service - Contracted The Town has leaf and limb pickup on the 2nd and 4th week of each month. There is no designated day at this time but preparing on Saturday for the week's pick up would be a safe call at this time.
- Parks & Recreation
Parks and recreation programs and services are contracted through the Lancaster County Parks & Recreation Department. The Town of Heath Springs owns and maintains several parks in the community.
- Economic Development
Recruitment of new business and industry and programs and services for existing industry are provided to the Town through a partnership with the Lancaster County Department of Economic Development Department (LCDED).
For more information about Town programs and services, call 803-273-2066.
Economic Development
Mayor Ann Taylor Municipal Building
Economic Development
In 2008, the Town joined forces with Lancaster County Government to build a new certified Class A industrial park within the Town limits.
The 67-acre park has access to the L&C Railroad and has more than 40 available acres.
Rico Tag became the first tenant in the park in 2009, building a 150,00 sf facility that employs more than 200.
Visit the Lancaster County Economic Development website at www.lcded.com for more information about business opportunities in the Heath Springs Business Park.
Recreation & Events
Mayor Ann Taylor Municipal Building
Mayor Ann Taylor Municipal Building
The top event sponsored by the Town each year is the annual 4th of July Parade & Celebration on Main Street. The event attracts dozens of vendors and hundreds of visitors each year.
The Town of Heath Springs operates several parks within the Town limits for the recreation and enjoyment of its residents.
In addition, there are several historic sites nearby and Andrew Jackson State Park is within a 20-minute drive of the Town. You can learn more about Andrew Jackson State Park by visiting their website at: https://southcarolinaparks.com/andrew-jackson
The Town's parks include:
- Heath Springs Picnic and Walking Track, 5384 Kershaw Camden Hwy, . 5 acres. Facilities: Picnic shelter, lighted 1/5 mile asphalt walking track, historical site with boardwalk, and nature areas. Call 803-273-2066 for picnic shelter reservations.
- Heath Springs Ballfields, 107 S. College Street. 4 acres. Facilities: One lighted adult softball field and one unlighted youth baseball field.
- LT Reeves Basketball Court, 100 Reeves Street. 1 acre. Facilities: One unlighted basketball court.
- Heath Springs Town Park, 102 Duncan Street. 2 acres. Facilities: Two lighted tennis courts, playground, and picnic area.
- Heath Springs Soccer and Ballfield, 162 Solar Road. 3 acres. Facilities: One multi-purpose field supports one unlighted soccer and one unlighted youth ball field.
- Heath Springs Train Depot Located at 101 Duncan St. Spacious with an upper and lower level, refrigerator, men and women's restrooms, 10 6 ft rectangular tables and 50 cushioned chairs. Rental is for the entire day for $250 with a $100 refund eligibility. Contact the Town Clerk to book your event today!
Mayor Ann Taylor Municipal Building
Mayor Ann Taylor Municipal Building
Mayor Ann Taylor Municipal Building
For over 40 years Ann Taylor served the citizens of Heath Springs as council member and as the Town's longest serving Mayor. The Town of Heath Springs Municipal Building is named in honor of Mayor Taylor who passed away in 2020.
The Historic Heath Springs Train Depot
Rent for your next event!
The historic Heath Springs Train Depot is available for rent for private parties and events. Spacious with an upper and lower level, refrigerator, men and women's restrooms, 10 6 ft rectangular tables and 50 cushioned chairs. Rental is for the entire day for $250 with a $100 refund eligibility. Contact the Town Clerk to book your event today!