Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
For some residents in Lopers Crossroads, a metal garage means covered parking. For others, it's where the lawn equipment, tools and weekend projects end up. Benton Metal Depot supplies metal garage packages throughout Allendale, so the building can be planned around the job it needs to do on your property.
Key Points
- ◦Delivery to Lopers Crossroads is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦Check the permit and setback rules before deciding exactly where the garage will go.
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 61.7 miles from Lopers Crossroads.
- ◦Plan for door clearance and walking room when deciding how wide your garage needs to be.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found for the county specifically. One secondary source notes that in Allendale County, a carport under 200 sq ft may only need a zoning permit while a building permit is required above 200 sq ft, but this was not confirmed against a primary county ordinance. Needs direct confirmation.
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Inland South Carolina — roughly 120-130 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; Allendale County is well inland (bordering Georgia along the Savannah River) and the exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition adopted and must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer or the county building official.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Panel type/gauge |
29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Drive time from Statesboro |
80
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Allendale County
Allendale treats a metal garage like any other accessory structure: under Not found for the county specifically. One secondary source notes that in Allendale County, a carport under 200 sq ft may only need a zoning permit while a building permit is required above 200 sq ft, but this was not confirmed against a primary county ordinance. Needs direct confirmation. square feet, Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation. typically doesn't require a full permit, but the Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation. setback rule still governs where it can sit on the lot.
Delivery to Lopers Crossroads
Metal garage delivery to Lopers Crossroads can take about 1 to 2 weeks. Use that time to take care of permits and get the site ready if work is needed beforehand. If you're hiring someone for grading or concrete, coordinate those jobs around the delivery schedule instead of trying to squeeze everything in at the last minute.
Representative product photo — a Allendale County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
How long does it take to get a metal garage delivered to Lopers Crossroads?
Current delivery time to Lopers Crossroads is approximately 1 to 2 weeks. If your project also involves permitting, grading or concrete, don't wait to do those jobs until the garage is almost ready. Use the delivery window to get the property prepared, and base your schedule on the estimate given for your order.
Should I pour the concrete before ordering the garage?
Get the garage specifications nailed down first. You want to know the correct dimensions and make sure the planned location meets the rules for Lopers Crossroads before putting permanent concrete in the ground. It's much easier to adjust a garage plan on paper than to deal with a slab that was poured in the wrong place or at the wrong size.
Are metal garages a good choice for Georgia?
Metal buildings are utilized throughout Georgia for garages, equipment storage and other residential, agricultural and commercial uses. The important thing is choosing a building appropriate for the project and location. If you're building in Lopers Crossroads, make sure the garage specifications and site plan also meet the local requirements that apply to the property.
What do I need to do to my property before the garage arrives?
First, decide exactly where the garage will go and check the permit and setback requirements with Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation.. Then follow the site requirements for the garage you've selected. Any grading, concrete or other preparation should be based on the final building specifications. Don't prepare the site using rough dimensions if the building hasn't been finalized.
How close can my metal garage be to the property line?
The current setback in Lopers Crossroads is Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation., although you should confirm the requirement for your particular property with Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation.. A setback controls how close the building can be to certain property boundaries. Check that distance before you settle on a location, especially when space on the lot is tight.
How far is Benton Metal Depot from Lopers Crossroads?
Benton Metal Depot's Statesboro location is approximately 61.7 miles from Lopers Crossroads. The company serves residents throughout Allendale, including communities such as Jennys, Barton, Rouse and Sycamore. Current delivery time for a metal garage to the Lopers Crossroads area is about 1 to 2 weeks.
Can I use my metal garage as a workshop too?
Definitely! Just plan for the workshop before deciding on the garage size. A workbench, toolboxes, shelving and equipment can eat up a lot of floor space, especially when you're also parking a vehicle inside. Make sure to give yourself enough room to work comfortably instead of trying to fit a workshop into whatever space happens to be left over.
What can I keep in a metal garage?
Cars and trucks are obvious, but metal garages can also hold lawn equipment, tools, recreational gear and general storage. Larger buildings can leave room for work areas, too. Make a list of what you intend to keep inside before choosing the building size. It's easy to underestimate how quickly floor space disappears.
Definitions
- ◦ Building Footprint
- The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
- ◦ Roof Panel
- A formed sheet of metal that makes up part of the garage's exterior roof surface.
- ◦ Ridge
- The top line of a pitched roof where the two sloping sides come together.
- ◦ Building Permit
- Approval from the local government to construct a building under the building and zoning rules that apply to the property.
- ◦ Overhead Door
- The large door that opens upward to let cars, trucks or equipment move in and out of the garage.
- ◦ Gable
- The triangular wall section found at the end of a building with a pitched roof.
- ◦ Setback
- The required amount of space between your garage and a property line, road or another boundary covered by local rules.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- How steep the roof is, usually described by how much it rises over a set horizontal distance.
- ◦ Fastener
- A screw or other connector used to hold metal panels and building components securely in place.
- ◦ Clear Span
- Open floor space between the building's exterior supports without interior columns getting in the way.
Lopers Crossroads, Allendale County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Not clearly identified for the unincorporated county — search results only surface the Town of Allendale's Building/Zoning/Business License office. No distinct "Allendale County" (vs. Town of Allendale) building department page was found; the county may share services via the Lowcountry Council of Governments. Needs direct confirmation.
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.allendalecounty.com/ (county homepage; no dedicated building/permitting subpage located) — https://townofallendale.sc.gov/building-zoning-and-business-license is the closest confirmed permitting office found, but it is Town-level, not county-level
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found for the county specifically. One secondary source notes that in Allendale County, a carport under 200 sq ft may only need a zoning permit while a building permit is required above 200 sq ft, but this was not confirmed against a primary county ordinance. Needs direct confirmation.
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Not found for unincorporated Allendale County. The Town of Allendale has its own Zoning and Land Management Ordinance (2013) with setback tables, but that is Town-specific and not confirmed to apply county-wide. Needs direct confirmation.
- Wind Load Zone
- Inland South Carolina — roughly 120-130 mph (ASCE 7, Exposure C). NOT a verified figure; Allendale County is well inland (bordering Georgia along the Savannah River) and the exact design wind speed depends on the ASCE 7 edition adopted and must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer or the county building official.
- Coastal
- Drive Miles
- 61.7
- Drive Minutes
- 80
- Nearby Towns
- Jennys, Barton, Rouse, Sycamore
- Delivery Weeks In Stock
- 1
- Delivery Weeks Custom
- 2
- Panel Type Gauge
- 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
- Color Count
- 7
Why Benton Metal Depot
Benton Metal Depot manufactures metal products in Statesboro and has served residential, agricultural and commercial customers since 2004. For someone building a garage in Lopers Crossroads, that means working with a regional metal supplier rather than trying to piece the project together from unrelated sources. The garage package can be quoted around the specifications of the project.
Ready to talk through your metal garages project in Lopers Crossroads?
Sources
- Internal: category-data.php (pole-barns / agricultural-pole-barns copy) (2026)
- color-collection.php Weather XL Rib/PBR color chart: Polar White, Pebble Gray, Granite, Onyx, Vanilla, Sand, Chocolate (29ga; 5 of the 7 also available in 26ga). Real Benton color count for this panel line -- not confirmed as the specific palette Jim/Trey intend to offer for metal garages. (2026)
- https://townofallendale.sc.gov/building-zoning-and-business-license (Town-level, may not cover unincorporated county); https://www.allendalecounty.com/ (county homepage) (2026)
- https://www.allendalecounty.com/ and https://townofallendale.sc.gov/building-zoning-and-business-license (2026)
- Secondary aggregator source only (coldspringmetal.com); no primary Allendale County ordinance located (2026)
- https://townofallendale.sc.gov/sites/townofallendale/files/Documents/Allendale_ZO_FINAL(9-10-13).pdf (Town-level only) (2026)
- General ASCE 7 inland-South-Carolina range (aggregated secondary sources, e.g. windload.solutions) — no county-specific or primary map source found (2026)
- Given/client spec — Allendale County, SC is inland (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: GeoNames zip centroid -> OSRM public routing engine (real driving route from Statesboro, Bulloch County, GA). Deterministic and reproducible, but a free public demo routing server, not Google Maps -- spot-check a sample before confirming. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: same OSRM routing result as drive_miles, converted from seconds. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: 4 nearest cities in benton_service_area_cities.php by straight-line (haversine) distance from zip centroid. (2026)
- Bulk-set via dev-fact-review.php (2026)
