Google Confirms New Data Center Investment in LaGrange, Georgia
April 21, 2026
Google has officially confirmed plans to develop a new data center in LaGrange, Georgia, marking a significant expansion of its infrastructure footprint in the state. This move underscores the continued strategic importance of Georgia as a hub for hyperscale computing and digital infrastructure, driven by growing demand for cloud and AI services.
The confirmation follows earlier reports linking the tech giant to a construction site at 411 Pegasus Parkway in Troup County, located approximately 70 miles southwest of Atlanta. The project came to light earlier this month when the local fire department responded to an incident involving a worker injured on the data center's roof. According to local reports, Google will be responsible for covering the costs associated with power and infrastructure needs at the site.
The 270-acre property was previously owned by Thor Equities and developed by its data center division, Form8ation, which had targeted a capacity of 100 megawatts for the campus. Thor Equities acquired the site in 2024 but has since stated it is no longer involved. The LaGrange development adds to Google's existing presence in Georgia, which includes a campus in Douglas County established in 2007 and expanded in 2015. The company is also actively developing other major projects in the state, including a 950-acre purchase in Monroe County in October 2025 and a rumored 1.2-gigawatt facility in Irwin County.
Local officials have welcomed the investment. "We are excited to welcome Google to LaGrange and look forward to their partnership with our community," said LaGrange City Manager Patrick Bowie. "Google’s decision to locate here fills a vital void in our utility system left by the closing of our largest electric customer. We are working with their team to invest in infrastructure improvements that will benefit all utility customers while exerting downward pressure on rates."
Jen Ryan, Google's regional head of data center public affairs, emphasized the company's commitment to the region. "This represents another chapter in our deep partnership with Georgia — a state that continues to lead with innovation and vision," Ryan said. "More than just building a data center, our goal is to be a good neighbor, and that starts on day one by investing in local priorities, creating opportunities, and working with residents to build a strong future together."
The announcement highlights the intense activity in Georgia's data center market. In a related development, an entity named Project West WHP - GA LLC filed plans in March 2025 for a separate 1.5 million square foot data center campus in the LaGrange area, though the end user remains undisclosed. Google's latest investment is poised to bolster local economic development, create construction and operational jobs, and enhance the region's appeal for future technology investments, solidifying the Southeastern U.S. as a critical corridor for digital infrastructure growth.
Source: datacenterdynamics
