Every home damaged, then 35 years to a stormwater plan
Hurricane Hugo's direct 1989 hit damaged every home on Sullivan's Island, and 35 years later, in 2024, the Town began planning further stormwater-system improvements to address ongoing flooding risk.
What that ongoing planning means for water damage
Sullivan's Island's stormwater system is still being upgraded, so properties in lower-lying parts of the island can see water intrusion from heavy rain events independent of any named storm — worth factoring into how a restoration project is scoped.
Restoration options for Sullivan's Island properties
What to describe
Tell us the water source, whether the home has a current elevation certificate, and which areas were affected.
Regional storm context
Sullivan's Island's 2024 stormwater-improvement planning followed decades of post-Hugo elevation requirements; confirm current flood-zone and drainage status before finalizing a restoration plan.