Hampton Lumber to Build Modern Sawmill in Allendale County

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Hampton Lumber, based in Portland, Oregon, revealed intentions to construct a brand-new, cutting-edge sawmill operation in Allendale County, South Carolina. On the East Coast, this will be the company's first new sawmill.

It is anticipated that the new plant would increase the company's footprint in the United States and help it achieve its long-term goal of becoming the go-to supplier of wood solutions in North America. Southern Yellow Pine frame lumber of superior grade will be produced by the sawmill. It is anticipated that the mill's construction will start later this year, and operations will start in early 2027. It is anticipated that the plant will create between 125 and 140 new employment in the area when it is fully operational.

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According to Hampton Lumber CEO Randy Schillinger, the company decided to build the new facility in Allendale County because of the passionate and emotional support from the state and local communities. He went on to say that the business is thrilled to be a part of the community and is looking forward to forming new alliances and helping local communities.

The new Hampton Lumber facility in Allendale County, meanwhile, will be a significant contribution to the state's forestry sector while creating jobs and boosting the local economy, according to South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster.