Insights

Gaston, SC

The Gaston plant is less than 30 minutes from downtown Columbia, the capital city of South Carolina.  Whether you’re looking for city living or prefer a more rural setting, neither lifestyle is far from this Zeus location.

Columbia has a wealth of entertainment options such as restaurants, theatres, golf courses, several shopping malls, Riverbanks Zoo and a vibrant nightlife.  There are also a multitude of popular neighborhoods that allow for a short commute to work. 

If the city life isn’t for you, there are an array of wonderful towns nearby such as Gaston, Sandy Run, St. Matthews, Cayce, Swansea and Pine Ridge to raise your family. 

The beautiful Lake Murray is often a weekend destination for relaxing, boating and swimming.  Many residents also enjoy floating down or fishing the Congaree River. 

The Greater Columbia area offers many well received school districts and private schools for educating your children.  It is also home to the University of South Carolina, which has nationally recognized academic programs and athletics teams.  Other post-secondary educational options include Midlands Technical College, Benedict College and Allen University.

Need to fly out of town?  The Columbia Metropolitan Airport is your conduit to the world, serving more than 1 million passengers annually.

The area has a great hospital system with Lexington Medical Center and Palmetto Health Hospital providing world-class medical care.