ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP • NATIONAL SECURITY • SCIENCE AND ENERGY
The Savannah River Site is owned by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Savannah River Site
Visitor Guide
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Directions: Access to SRS is restricted to badged personnel only. In most cases, a
visit to SRS starts at the SRS Badge Office - located in Building 703-46A (just off of
SRS Road 1). See map below. For more precise directions, use one of the following
links for your preferred driving directions service or visit www.srs.gov to download
directions and maps: Google Maps, Apple Maps, Waze
SRS covers parts of Aiken, Barnwell and
Allendale counties in South Carolina along
the Savannah River, and is within proximity of
several major southeastern cities.
• Aiken – 18 miles / 28 min
• Augusta – 20 miles / 35 min
• Atlanta – 170 miles / 2 hrs 45 min
• Columbia – 75 miles / 1 hr 25 min
• Greenville – 135 miles / 2 hrs 35 min
• North Augusta – 20 miles / 25 min
The Savannah River Site
Badge Office Hours
Monday-Friday
6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(Closed daily 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
SRS Badge Office
badgeoffi[email protected]
(803) 952-2343
SRS Protocol Office
SRSProtocolOffi[email protected]
(803) 952-8994
SRS Main Operator
(803) 725-6211
Emergency Contact
Off site = 911
On site phones = 3-3911
Via mobile phone = (803) 725-3911
On Site Options
A full-service cafeteria is available in
building 766-H, and the Energy Bean Café
is located in building 730-B. Various mobile
food vendors are also available at select
locations on site on a rotating basis.
Local Lodging
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Dining
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Activities
Aiken - www.visitaikensc.com
North Augusta - www.visitnorthaugustasc.com
Augusta - www.visitaugusta.com
Columbia County, GA - www.visitcolumbiacountyga.com
Thoroughbred Country South Carolina - www.tbredcountry.org
Augusta Regional Airport
(23 mi / 27 min to SRS Badge Office)
1501 Aviation Way
Bush Field (AGS), Augusta, GA 30906
(706) 798-3236
www.flyags.com
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
(63 mi / 1 hr 19 min to SRS Badge Office)
3250 Airport Boulevard
West Columbia, SC 29170
(803) 822-5000
www.flycae.com
Charleston International Airport
(128 mi / 2 hrs 29 min to SRS Badge Office)
5500 International Blvd. #101
North Charleston, SC 29418
(843) 767-7000
www.iflychs.com
Contacts
Regional Airports
Food
Atlanta
Georgia
Columbia
Aiken
Greenville
Augusta
North
Augusta
South Carolina
SRS
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP • NATIONAL SECURITY • SCIENCE AND ENERGY
SRS Visitor Guide
Driving rules and hand-held electronic devices
Driving: Traffic safety laws are strictly enforced at SRS. Obey posted speed
limits and traffic signs on SRS roadways and parking lots. If you become lost,
stop where it is safe to do so and ask for directions or call 3-3911 from a Site
landline or 803-725-1911 from a cell phone.
Vehicle Access to SRS: Visitors bringing a vehicle on SRS property must
have in their possession a valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance and
proof of registration. All visitor vehicles are subject to inspection.
Personal Property Inspections: Visitors’
vehicles will be inspected at the Site
barricade by Centerra-SRS and are subject
to additional inspection by K-9 units. When
you enter SRS control points, Centerra
officers must touch your badge to confirm
your identification. Any hand-carried items
are also subject to inspection.
Hand-held electronic devices: SRS is a hands-free site. Pull off the road
when it is safe and park before using any device that may cause distraction.
To protect workers and government property, SRS maintains a high level of
security. At SRS, you will encounter Centerra-SRS Law Enforcement Officers
in numerous locations. Understanding our security practices will help your visit
go smoothly.
Any person convicted of a security violation is subject to federal penalty or
punishment. Visitors to SRS who encounter security problems must advise
their SRS host/escort.
Identification (ID) for Badging: All visitors must be badged through SRS
Visitor Control, located in Building 703-46A. Individuals must provide one of
the following current ID documents: U.S. Passport, REAL ID-compliant Driver’s
License, Enhanced Driver’s License, HSPD-12 PIV Card or DoD Common
Access Card (CAC) - except CACs with blue bar.
Visitor’s who do not possess one of the above IDs will have to present two
forms of ID before a badge can be issued. Current photo ID in the form of a
driver’s license or state or federally-issued ID is mandatory; the other form
should contain your legal name (e.g., Social Security card, certified birth
certificate, voter registration, etc.). Note: If you use a student ID with photo,
you must also present a certified birth certificate and Social Security card.
For a complete listing of required IDs, go to: http://www.srs.gov/general/
tour/acceptable_id.pdf or call the SRS badge office at (803) 952-2343.
Escorts: Visitors must be accompanied at all times by an escort with an
appropriate security badge when entering a security area. Please stay with your
escort at all times. Visitors are not required to be escorted on the general Site
Property Protection Area (PPA). Your site point-of-contact will identify these areas
if applicable.
Security On-The-Job: Personal and Government cell phones, tablets or other
electronic devices shall not be connected to SRS computers for any reason.
Cell phone charging stations are available in select SRS facilities.
SRS Security
For more information
Centerra-SRS personnel are certified
law enforcement officers.
www.srs.gov
Site Contact
All visitors to SRS should have a SRS-based Point of
Contact or host who is responsible for your visit. Your host
will make arrangements for your visitor badge in advance.
Please inform your host of any accessibility needs
you may have, as well as any body-worn or implanted
Bluetooth-enabled medical devices or metal implants.
Your Safety at SRS
Your safety is very important to us. You are required to
report any potential injury to your Site Point of Contact.
Appropriate Clothing and Footwear
All visitors to SRS are expected to wear appropriate clothing
and footwear for the site. Shorts and flip flops are not
to be worn at SRS. All shoes must be affixed to the foot
and include, at minimum, a backstrap. Some facilities
may require additional personal protective equipment.
For more information about the dress code for your visit,
please contact your SRS Point of Contact.
Prohibited Items
The following items are not allowed inside the site
boundary:
• Firearms (including toy or simulated guns) and
ammunition (concealed weapons permits are not
honored on SRS property)
• Blades 2.5” or greater in length
• Stun guns
• Alcoholic beverages
• Explosive materials (accelerants)
• Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones)
• Illegal drugs (including CBD Oil) and items prohibited
by state and federal law
• Prescription or over the counter drugs outside
of their prescribed or original container, or
expired prescriptions
Many areas on site prohibit electronic devices, including
cell phones, tablets, personal fitness devices (such as
FitBits), smart watches and other Bluetooth-enabled
devices. Your host will discuss the specific limitations
of the areas you are visiting. Photography and
videography are strictly prohibited while on site.
The Savannah River Site is owned by the U.S. Department of Energy.
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