Q: Where does all the water come from?
Q: How does Hampton Lake and Hampton Preserve benefit the indigenous wildlife?
Q: Are boats permitted on the Lake?
Q: Can you fish on the Lake?
Q: How is the fish habitat maintained?
Q: How is the Lake water quality maintained?
Q: Where does all the water come from?
A: The water source for Hamton Lake is rainfall and surface-water runoff. Lake levels are expected to fluctuate annually with rainfall. Since 2007, summer lake fluctuation has averaged six inches.
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Q: How does Hampton Lake and Hampton Preserve benefit the indigenous wildlife?
A: Hampton Lake and Hampton Preserve provide a variety of important wildlife habitats utilized by indigenous wildlife including wild turkey, deer and numerous bird species such as egrets, herons and bald eagles.
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Q: Are boats permitted on the Lake?
A: Yes. Hampton Lake allows for low-impact recreational boating to protect our sensitive lake and wetland banks.
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Q: Can you fish on the Lake?
A: Yes. Hampton Lake is stocked with largemouth bass (Tiger Bass), bluegill sunfish, redear sunfish, golden shiners, threadfin shad, fathead minnows, and hybrid bass. Our Tiger Bass, stocked in June 2007, already weigh on average between 3-4 lbs.
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Q: How is the fish habitat maintained?
A: Fish will be intensively manager to produce the best freshwater fishing in this region. Ample under-water structure, spawning shelves and habitat were incorporated into the lake design. Additionally, there are fifteen feeding stations placed in various locations, and the overall lake is fertilized twice a year in the Spring and Summer. Seven aeration systems provide additional oxygen increasing available fish habitat during warm months.
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Q: How is the Lake water quality maintained?
A: Lake maintenance consists of routine water quality monitoring, aquatic plant control, and fish population monitoring via contracts with companies that specialize in these services. Results of water quality monitoring determines management activities, such as adding lime to stabilize pH levels.
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Quick Facts
THE COMMUNITY
- A 906 acre private lake community located in Beaufort County and the Town of Bluffton.
- Homes from the mid $200s, homesites from the $40s.
- Over 900 homesites with 190 homes either completed/construction and over 600 families have purchased to date.
- Most lakefront homesites accommodate boat slips.
- Annual membership dues of $2,900.
- Member Clubs:
Art Group
Book Club
Lunch Bunch
Billiards Club
Crafts Group
Cruise Club
Bridge Group
Fishing Club
Dinner Group
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Performing Arts Group
Dominoes Club
Bunco & Mahjong Group
Music Group
Golf Club
Basketball Group
Bible Fellowship
Canoe and Kayak Club
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THE LAKE
- 340-acre Nature Preserve and 165-acre freshwater man-made lake.
- Collectively the lake and preserve create over 500 acres of open space.
- 7 miles of navigable waterways and 15 miles of shoreline.
- Lake level is maintained through a combination of ground and rain water
LAKESIDE VILLAGE AND COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- Doc's Boathouse - Boats and kayaks available for member use.
- Fish Tales - Gathering place and game room for kids of all ages.
- Mother Nature's - Interpretive nature center and eco-museum.
- The Tackle Box - Community general store with bait, tackle and gift merchandise.
- The Lakehouse - Indoor and outdoor gathering places and two grand fireplaces.
- Backwater Bill's - Casual Lowcountry cuisine managed by the Lowrey Group.
- The Spa & Fitness Central - World-class equipment, relaxation and pampering.
- Sandi Point - Lakefront beach area with Cool Huts for shade and firepits for warmth.
- Adventure Lagoon - Resort-style pool and lazy river.
- The Cool Pool - Adults-only pool with private cabanas (all with ceiling fans).
- Shrimp's Puddle - Kid's wet deck and fountain area.
- Shrimp's Place - Shaded safe-surface playground area.
- Tower Bar - Pool and lakefront bar featuring sunshine and spirits.
- The Outpost - Boat access-only campsite.
- Dog Paddle Park - The region's first in-community canine playground and exercise area.
- Dry Dock - When you're boat is not in use, keep it at the nearby Dry Dock storage area.
- Tennis Courts - Three Har-Tru tennis courts.
- Gatehouse - 24 hour manned gated security and piece of mind.
PROPERTY TAXES
An example of taxes on a $400,000 primary residence is approximately $2,280; on a secondary home is approximately $5,600. For more information about the cost of living at Hampton Lake please visit www.HamptonLakeBytheNumbers.com.
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