Heidelberg Materials North America today announced it is growing its South Carolina footprint with a new aggregates distribution terminal in Colleton County. Heidelberg Materials will construct a 71-acre aggregates distribution terminal, located at 1616 Red Bank Road in Walterboro, to market crushed stone. With direct access to the Palmetto Railways Salkehatchie Subdivision rail line, the new operation will enhance the company’s Southeast distribution network.

“Our new rail distribution terminal in Colleton County will enable Heidelberg Materials to efficiently and more sustainably supply much-needed construction aggregates to this growing market,” said Scott Dickson, President of Heidelberg Materials North America’s Southeast Region. “The new aggregate depot will be complementary to our recent acquisition of Giant Cement. We are pleased to make this investment in the area and look forward to contributing to the continued growth and prosperity of the Lowcountry region of South Carolina.”

“We are proud that Heidelberg Materials continues to do business in South Carolina and invest in communities across our state, said Soth Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster. “This announcement underscores the strength of South Carolina’s workforce and economic climate, and we congratulate Heidelberg Materials on this new operation in Colleton County.”

“Palmetto Railways welcomes and looks forward to serving Heidelberg Materials North America along our Salkehatchie Subdivision rail line,” said Palmetto Railways President and Chief Executive Officer Patrick McCrory. “This 40-mile short line enhances distribution connectivity with CSX in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The opportunity to collaborate with Heidelberg, Colleton County and SouthernCarolina Alliance is a prime example of how we keep business on track."

Operations are expected to be online in the fourth quarter of 2025.