Surfside Beach proudly calls itself “The Family Beach” and was designated as the first autism-friendly travel destination in 2016. With approximately 4,800 year-round residents, this small community draws families with children who walk, bike, and play near active roadways during tourist season.
The US-17 Bypass and SC-544 intersection adjacent to Surfside Beach is the single most dangerous intersection in Horry County, with 240 crashes and 73 injuries or fatalities recorded in just three years. The family-oriented nature of Surfside Beach means that pedestrian and bicycle accidents involving children are a particular concern. Roden Law’s Murrells Inlet office is just minutes south of Surfside Beach. Call (843) 612-1980 for a free case review.
