Low Country Construction, LLC is a general contractor in Walterboro, SC, specializing in erosion protection, land clearing, and land development services. The company provides revetment work using riprap, bulkheads, and vegetation to stabilize embankments and protect properties from water damage. Additional services include engineering, surveying, permit acquisition, marine construction, pier installation, pond building, demolition, site preparation, and landscaping. The business serves areas across SC, Virginia, and North Carolina, with a focus on coastal and riverine environments. It has been active in the region since 1998 and has responded to storm damage from hurricanes including Isabel and Katrina. The company maintains a 4.30 rating based on six reviews.
Founded by Michael Colson after a career in auto sales, Low Country Construction was established with the support of Bryan Warren, an experienced heavy equipment operator. The company began operations in Walterboro and expanded into Virginia following Hurricane Isabel in 2003, taking on projects involving steep cliffs along the James and York rivers. Over time, it developed expertise in marine construction, including docks, boat ramps, and boat landings. The company also operates a dirt-pit on Clubhouse Road, offering topsoil and clay-dirt for local contractors.
The business is located on Phillips Road in Walterboro, situated about a mile from the Thunderbolt Career and Technology Center and the Colleton County Fire / Rescue Station 19. It is also within a short drive of Northside Elementary School, Shereau Branch, the Lowcountry Regional Airport, and Ireland Creek. These landmarks define the immediate geographic context of the business location.
The company is licensed and insured, with a long-standing presence in the Lowcountry and surrounding regions. Its work in erosion protection and land development has been applied to properties affected by major storms, demonstrating reliability in both routine and emergency situations. The firm handles land development projects from initial engineering through final grading and construction, offering comprehensive solutions for property owners.