Walterboro, County seat in Colleton County, South Carolina, United States
Within the Lowcountry region of South Carolina, Walterboro extends across 6.5 square miles of land at an elevation of 18 meters above sea level.
Founded in 1783 by plantation owners Paul and Jacob Walter, the settlement began as a summer retreat from malaria-prone coastal plantations in Jacksonboro.
The Walterboro Wildlife Sanctuary features walking trails and educational programs that showcase the natural heritage of South Carolina's Lowcountry region.
The city administration operates from 242 Hampton Street, providing municipal services and information for residents and businesses through their official website.
During World War II, Walterboro Army Airfield trained over 500 Tuskegee Airmen and maintained the largest military camouflage school in the United States.
Location: Colleton County
Inception: 1783
Elevation above the sea: 18 m
Website: http://walterborosc.org
GPS coordinates: 32.90417,-80.66611
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:53
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