Forest Acres Primary Election Guide: Where to Vote on June 9
Richland County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, for South Carolina's Statewide Primary Election. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Voters should bring a valid photo ID and verify their polling location before Election Day.
Forest Acres Area Polling Locations
East Forest Acres
Polling Location: Crayton Middle School
5000 Clemson Avenue, Columbia, SC 29206
North Forest Acres
Polling Location: Trenholm Park
3900 Covenant Road, Columbia, SC 29204
South Forest Acres
Polling Location: Crayton Middle School
5000 Clemson Avenue, Columbia, SC 29206
Additional Forest Acres Precincts
| Precinct | Polling Location | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Arcadia | Satchel Ford Elementary School | 5901 Satchelford Road |
| Satchel Ford | Satchel Ford Elementary School | 5901 Satchelford Road |
| Trenholm Road | Forest Lake Presbyterian Church | 6500 N. Trenholm Road |
| Oakwood | Forest Lake Presbyterian Church | 6500 N. Trenholm Road |
| Brockman Area (Cooper Precinct) | Brockman School | 2245 Montclair Drive |
| East Forest Acres | Crayton Middle School | 5000 Clemson Avenue |
| North Forest Acres | Trenholm Park | 3900 Covenant Road |
| South Forest Acres | Crayton Middle School | 5000 Clemson Avenue |
Not Sure Which Precinct or District You're In?
Richland County offers online resources that allow residents to enter their address and identify their voting precinct, polling location, County Council district, and other political jurisdictions.
Helpful Resources:
• Richland County Council District Information: https://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Government/Elected-Offices/County-Council
• Richland County GIS & GeoInfo Mapping Tools: https://www.richlandcountysc.gov/Property-Business/Mapping-and-Records/Geographic-Information-Systems
Most Forest Acres residents vote based on precincts rather than Columbia city wards. If you're unsure whether your address falls within East Forest Acres, North Forest Acres, South Forest Acres, Arcadia, Satchel Ford, Trenholm Road, or Brockman-area precincts, the county's mapping tools can help confirm your polling location before Election Day.
Before You Go
Voters are encouraged to confirm their registration status and polling location before Election Day, as polling locations may occasionally change. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9. For additional election information, visit the Richland County Elections Office or the South Carolina Election Commission website.
FAQ: Where Is West Forest Acres?
Residents may notice that there is no "West Forest Acres" precinct listed above. That's because Richland County's voting precinct boundaries do not include a precinct by that name. The county's official precinct list includes East Forest Acres, North Forest Acres, and South Forest Acres, along with nearby precincts such as Arcadia, Satchel Ford, Trenholm Road, and Cooper.
Residents who consider themselves part of western Forest Acres may be assigned to one of these neighboring precincts depending on their address. Voters are encouraged to use Richland County's GIS mapping tools or the SC Votes voter portal to verify their precinct and polling location before Election Day.