Welcome to Seneca, South Carolina 
About Seneca
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and along the shores of Lake Keowee, Seneca offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and natural beauty. With a vibrant downtown, rich history, and thriving local businesses, Seneca is a growing hub for commerce, recreation, and community life in Oconee County.
Seneca was established in 1873 at the intersection of the Blue Ridge Railroad and the Atlanta and Richmond Air Line Railway, with the first train passing through around September 28 of that year. Originally chartered as “Seneca City,” the name was inspired by the nearby 18th-century Cherokee village of Esseneca.
Government & Services
Town Hall Contact Info:
221 E North 1st St.
Seneca, SC 29678
Phone: (864) 885-2700
Website: Home – City of Seneca
Mayor
Daniel W. Alexander
(864)-710-841
dalexander@seneca.sc.us
Mayor Pro Tem
Ronnie O’Kelley
(864)-784-0299
ronnieokelley.scenic@gmail.com
City Council Members
Lekesha Benson
Scott Durham
Ernest E. Riley
WC Honeycutt Jr.
Dana Moore
Denise Rozman
Joel Ward
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