In South Carolina, Sumter falls inside Sumter County. Its population sits near 40,816. The near ones first: Second Millpond (2.6 miles), Dubose Pond (2.9 miles) to the north, Upper Deerwood Lake (3.4 miles), Whites Millpond (4.7 miles) to the north plus Loring Millpond (5.1 miles). Second Millpond runs clear,
| Issuing agency | Who needs a license | Resident annual | Non-resident annual | Non-resident short-term | Saltwater requirement | License-free days | Official source (last verified) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) | Ages 16 and older | $15.00 | $31.50 | 24-hour, 3-day | Not applicable — no coastline | Announced annually | Agency pageVerified 2026-08-13 |
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