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A proposed natural gas pipeline is planned to run through Hampton and Colleton counties in South Carolina.

The project is intended to supply a new power plant and is expected to bring economic benefits to the area.

Many local landowners have expressed opposition, citing environmental, safety, and property rights concerns.

The pipeline company is negotiating with landowners for easements but can use eminent domain if an agreement is not reached.

A proposed natural gas pipeline to be routed through two rural South Carolina Lowcountry counties is expected to bring energy and economic improvements, but is also sparking questions, concerns and even opposition from scores of impacted landowners.

In May, S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster signed into law an energy package that per

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