This category includes the protection and enhancement of scenic or historic highway programs and sites, including SC Scenic Byways, National Scenic Byways, as well as other State and Federal-designated and/or eligible historic highways, regardless of the functional classification of the road. Historic highways must also be listed on/eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Applicants must include documentation of National Register listing/eligibility with their application to be eligible under the historic highway provision.
Transportation Enhancement funds may be used only for activities that will protect and enhance the scenic and historic integrity and visitor appreciation of an existing highway or adjacent area. The construction of tourist and welcome center facilities, whether new or existing, must have a clear link to a scenic or historic site.
Allowable Uses
- Installation of interpretive plaques, signs, aesthetic guardrail, visually sensitive bridge rails.
- Restoration of historic highway-related features such as retaining walls or historic markers.
- Construction of new or restoration of existing tourist and welcome centers related to scenic or historical sites.
- Development of scenic overlooks on State-designated Scenic Byways or National Scenic Byways.
Unallowable Uses
- Tourist and welcome centers at sites not meeting the scenic/historic designation requirements.
- Rest area modifications.
- Staffing, operating or maintenance costs.
- Statewide programs, marketing or promotion not related to the scenic or historic highway program.
Budget Items for Consideration
- architectural and engineering fees
- environmental
- hazardous materials abatement documentation
- construction (includes: demolition, electrical, plumbing, structure)
- permits
- parking (spaces)
- concrete (yards)
- construction and inspection
- brochures, racks, and displays
Notes: Contingency amounts more than 10% over a two-year period must be accompanied by a detailed explanation.
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