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The Anderson County Emergency Team has signed a contract with SCDOT to expedite debris clean-up from Hurricane Helene.

"We have negotiated a contract with AshBritt and SCDOT," Anderson County Administrator Rusty Burns said. "FEMA will cover 75% of this contract. The remaining 25% will be the county's responsibility. We are confident it will be fully covered."

AshBritt is a national disaster recovery company specializing in debris management and emergency response services. SCDOT, the South Carolina Department of Transportation, maintains and cleans state roads and infrastructure. Together, they aim to streamline the cleanup process and ensure that impact areas are cleared efficiently and safely.

Starting Monday, October 14, residents of the following Anderson counties will have their debris cleaned up from the sides of their streets with large claw trucks.

Here is the list of cities that will have their streets cleaned this week.

According to the South Carolina Department of Transportation, debris crews will first focus on interstate and primary routes. As they progress, they will focus on secondary and state-maintained neighborhood roads. Fifty large debris pickup trucks will stop throughout the county. They will collect trees and branches pushed to the side of the road. Teams will divide the county into sections and make frequent pickups at homes.

Debris removal guidelines

Debris removal from private property or private roads

Residents should know that the county cannot pick up debris on private property or roads. If you don't know what type of road you live on, you can tell by the letter in front of the number on the upper right side of the street sign. C stands for county roads, S stands for state roads, and P stands for private. Other letters, such as AN, PN, PZ, WP, WM, BN, HP, ST, or IV, indicate municipal roads.

Residents can report issues with a state-maintained roadway by calling 855-467-2368.

Debris resources for the elderly

Resources are available for elderly homeowners needing extra time and assistance bringing debris to the roadside. Elderly residents can use the "ACSC Gov" App to request "Storm Debris Pickup," ensuring they receive the necessary support. This service aims to alleviate seniors' burden by providing timely assistance during cleanup.

Anderson County convenience centers

The impact of Helene closed all Anderson County convenience centers due to the storm, but they are now open to the public. Residents can bring storm debris to these centers if they prefer to handle it themselves. This reopening provides an additional option for those who want to expedite their cleanup process.

"Crews will chip and reuse all debris wood," Burns said. "This will reduce the volume of waste thrown into the landfill and provide an eco-friendly and reusable resource for the community."

The County has two debris dump sites: Starr C&D Landfill at 390 Roy Arnold Road, Starr, and Slabtown Convenience Center at 728 Pickens Drive, Pendleton. These sites allow people to avoid landfills and visit sites closer to home.

City of Anderson

According to Beth Batson, the City of Anderson's Public Information Director, Tropical Storm Helene affected almost every neighborhood.

As of Friday, October 11, 256 city streets have been reopened, power has been restored in most areas, and the city's water supply remains unaffected. If you have questions or need assistance, contact the Water Division at 864-231-5230 or the Sewer Division at 864-231-2250.

Crews continue to clear debris, averaging up to 200 tons per day. At this time, all city traffic signals have been restored. There is one active street closure on Lee Street. Crews are working to complete the necessary repairs and reopen the street as soon as possible. Residents are advised to use alternate routes until further notice.

Sanitation crews have resumed regular household pickup, including small storm debris piles. Storm Debris Taskforce Crews will consistently pick up large storm debris piles throughout the coming weeks. To report fallen trees or debris in roadways, call 864-231-2246.

Batson stated that crews are prioritizing cleanup and recovery efforts after the storm. Debris removal teams are working 12-hour shifts to clear streets and address residents' urgent needs. Debris crews will continue to focus exclusively on collecting vegetative debris, such as limbs and woody debris. The city has scheduled outside contractors to consistently pick up large storm debris piles throughout the coming weeks.

Here are the City of Anderson's guidelines for tree limbs placed at the curb.