Earthquake Risk in South Carolina
South Carolina was the site of the 1886 Charleston earthquake (estimated M7.0), one of the most damaging earthquakes in eastern US history. The region retains moderate seismic hazard.
The largest earthquake recorded in South Carolina was a magnitude 4.1 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina on February 15, 2014. South Carolina has 6 notable earthquakes on record since 2004, with the most recent being a M3.6 on June 29, 2022.
Notable Earthquakes
6
Recorded in or near South Carolina (since 2004)
Largest Earthquake
M4.1
12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina (Feb 2014)
Most Recent
M3.6
Jun 29, 2022
Notable Earthquakes
Significant earthquakes recorded in or near this state.
| Magnitude | Location | Depth | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.1 | 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina | 5.2 km | Feb 15, 2014 |
| M3.9 | 7 km E of Stillmore, Georgia | 0.8 km | Jun 18, 2022 |
| M3.7 | 7 km W of Rowland, North Carolina | 5.0 km | Sep 25, 2006 |
| M3.6 | 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina | 2.8 km | Jun 29, 2022 |
| M3.6 | 5 km N of Sangaree, South Carolina | 15.4 km | Dec 16, 2008 |
| M3.5 | 6 km E of Elgin, South Carolina | 2.7 km | Jun 29, 2022 |
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