Massive New Data Center Coming to the Augusta Area: What You Need to Know
The Augusta-Evans region is on the brink of a major economic and infrastructure shift thanks to a new data center project that locals are already talking about. It’s located along the Gordon Highway corridor, just a short drive away — making it relevant for residents and real estate movers in West Augusta and surrounding communities.
📍 Where It’s Happening
The site is along Gordon Highway between the Hayne’s Station and Captain’s Corner neighborhoods — a stretch of road that’s become a growing hub for commercial and industrial development.
🏗️ What the Project Is
The development, known internally as Project Eisenhower, is a high-capacity data center campus — essentially a facility that houses thousands of powerful computers that store, process, and transmit digital information for businesses, cloud services, AI platforms, and more.
In practical terms:
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It will span over 2 million square feet, roughly the size of two Augusta Malls.
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The campus will include six two-story buildings designed specifically for advanced computing infrastructure.
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The project represents an estimated $2 billion investment into the local economy.
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Plans estimate completion and operational readiness in mid-2026.
💼 Impact on Jobs and the Economy
Big projects like this often spark curiosity — especially around jobs, taxes, and community benefits:
Short-Term Jobs (Construction):
The development could generate hundreds of construction jobs during the build-out period.
Long-Term Roles:
Once operational, projections suggest around 160–200 full-time jobs, with many positions offering competitive salaries around $70,000.
Economic Growth:
While data centers aren’t big traffic-generators like shopping centers, they contribute significant tax revenue, infrastructure investment, and increased digital economy relevance for the region.
🏡 Local Community Concerns
Not everyone is cheering the progress:
Residents living near the site say the project “flew under the radar” — with some buyers unaware of plans when they purchased nearby homes.
Neighbors have raised questions around:
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Noise and generator operation
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Water and electrical load
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Visual buffers and landscaping
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Long-term residential property impact
City planning discussions have debated things like building height limits and buffer zones to help screen the facility from nearby homes.
🔌 Why Here?
This particular area is appealing to data-driven developers for a few reasons:
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Proximity to power infrastructure, including substations, which are essential for high-capacity computing needs.
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Strategic location near Fort Gordon and U.S. Army Cyber Command, a major cybersecurity hub.
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Easy transportation access via Gordon Highway and I-520.
🏠 What This Means for Real Estate
Large-scale infrastructure projects like data centers can have a mixed impact on the housing market:
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Increased local jobs and economic activity can support broader demand.
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Long-term community growth often attracts new neighbors and businesses.
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Some buyers may weigh concerns about proximity to industrial-scale uses.
That’s why having trusted local real estate advisors is key — whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious how this development fits into your plans.
🔑 Thinking About Making a Move?
If you’re curious how this exciting new data center and surrounding growth could impact home values, neighborhood dynamics, or investment opportunities in Riverwood Town Center, West Augusta, or Evans, let’s talk!
Ehrin & Caleb Fairey are your go-to experts for deep local insight and smart, community-centered real estate guidance. Whether you’re exploring your next home or planning a strategic investment, they’re here to help make it smooth and stress-free.
📞 Reach out today to get personalized advice tailored to your goals.
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Ehrin Fairey and Caleb Fairey are licensed real estate agents in the State of Georgia and are affiliated with eXp Realty, LLC. This blog does not constitute an offer to sell, lease, or solicit real estate services in jurisdictions where Ehrin Fairey and/or Caleb Fairey are not licensed.
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