Beacon Data Centers
Mobile County, Alabama
Calvert Infrastructure Hub is a next-generation data center development planned in Calvert, Alabama. A 95 acre development out of a 650 acre lot between Highway 43 and Shepard House Road, the project represents a major long-term investment in the region, bringing high-quality jobs, infrastructure development, and new economic opportunity to the Gulf Coast while strengthening Alabama's role in the future of advanced technology infrastructure.
Calvert was selected for its rare combination of available land, energy, and workforce. This project is designed to use no more water than a small office building.
The site is in an industrial area. Its current use is managed timberland with substantial setbacks from the nearest residential areas. The site is made up of 650 acres, with less than 15% of the site planned for development. The vast majority of the property will remain undisturbed, preserving existing tree cover and natural buffers.
The campus is positioned within Alabama Power's transmission backbone. Alabama Power will service the site using high voltage power lines they already own. Alabama Power confirms that the energy this development needs already exists on their lines, and the project will pay for it. Alabama Power confirms that this project will not impact community energy bills. The site will pay for the power it needs directly to Alabama Power. The project will pay for any extensions of Alabama Power's transmission lines along existing rights-of-way. No new power lines will go through the community.
Beacon is engaged with ALDOT on design and permitting for a new primary site access from Highway 43, with secondary access from Shepard House Road. The cost of constructing a new access will be funded entirely by the project.
This development will employ up to 1,000 construction workers at peak construction, and 250 staff for operations. Operational jobs require diverse skill sets. Jobs include but are not limited to: Site and Facilities Managers, Server, HVAC, and Facilities Technicians, Security, Food Service, Janitorial, and many more roles.
The site will utilize a closed-loop water system. Evaporative cooling will not be used. South Alabama Utilities has confirmed availability of 7,500 gallons of public water usage and 7,500 gallons of sewer usage per day. This allocation is intended primarily for employee facilities, such as restrooms, sinks, etc., and is comparable to the water demand of a small office building with approximately 250 employees.
The campus is sited on less than 15% of the property, with substantial setbacks on all sides and natural buffers preserved across the remaining acreage.
The project team is working with all relevant government authorities to minimize wetlands impact. A "waters of the U.S." delineation is underway to ensure the final site plan limits wetland disturbance. Through ongoing design refinement, Phase 1 wetland impact has been reduced to less than half an acre across a 650-acre parcel, roughly 0.0007% of the property.
565 acres of developable ground, 88% of the property, is outside floodplain limits and has an elevation above the flood elevation. The site access road from Highway 43 traverses a portion of the floodplain. The road will be designed and permitted with the County and FEMA to be above floodplain elevation.
The site is designed without backup diesel generators. As a result, there are no on-site emissions, smoke, or engine noise.
No historic resources (structures, buildings, cemeteries) have been recorded on the site, adjacent to the site, or within 0.5 miles of the project boundaries.
Project design incorporates a minimum 1,000-foot setback between critical equipment and site boundaries. Worst-case calculations predict noise at the property lines well below the allowable limit of 65 decibels. The resulting levels are comparable to the noise of a household refrigerator. Final equipment selection will ensure continued compliance.
650 acres of wooded property, with less than 15% of the site planned for development. The vast majority of the property will remain undisturbed, preserving existing tree cover and natural buffers. 565 acres of developable ground, 88% of the property, sit well above floodplain elevation. Primary access from Highway 43, with secondary access from Shepard House Road, an existing construction route.
Our permitting strategy is built on transparency and responsibility. We are working to meet or exceed all local, state, and federal regulations, and engaging early with agencies, utilities, and stakeholders. That means working closely with local leaders, state agencies, utility providers, and community members throughout the permitting process to make sure concerns are heard and requirements are met. We believe in being upfront, accessible, and respectful of the land, the people, and the surrounding area as development moves forward.
Rendering 01, building perspective, main entrance
Rendering 02, building perspective, campus streetscape
Rendering 03, building perspective, aerial view
Rendering 04, building perspective, site entrance approach
This project is designed as a long-term economic asset for the region. Expected benefits include:
Specifically, the project is expected to support up to 1,000 construction jobs at peak and 250 permanent operating roles, with an average salary of $115,000.
The Calvert Infrastructure Hub is a proposed data center development in Calvert, Alabama, located in northern Mobile County. The campus is designed to support cloud computing, artificial intelligence, digital communications, and the infrastructure that powers modern online services.
The project is being designed as long-term infrastructure that combines energy, connectivity, and industrial development in one location to support reliable and scalable operations.
The proposed campus is located in Calvert, Alabama, between Highway 43 and Shepard House Road. The project is located in an industrial corridor and will be set back a minimum of 1,000 feet from the property line on all sides.
Plans include:
The site has been designed to consolidate infrastructure within a carefully planned industrial campus while maintaining setbacks, buffers, and environmental protections.
Data centers require a unique combination of land, infrastructure, energy access, and connectivity. Calvert was selected because it offers:
Taken together, these characteristics make Calvert well-suited for long-term digital infrastructure investment.
A range of technical studies and reviews are underway or completed to evaluate the site's suitability for development. These include:
Studies completed to date indicate the site is suitable for industrial and data center development with standard mitigation and permitting measures.
Yes. The project is being designed around existing environmental features where possible. Wetland areas, drainage corridors, and natural buffers are being incorporated into site planning and reviewed through applicable state and federal permitting processes.
Through ongoing design refinement, the project team has reduced potential Phase 1 wetland impact to less than half an acre across a 650-acre parcel, roughly 0.0007% of the property.
In addition, protected species surveys indicate no prevalence of protected species on the site. Completion of endangered species survey indicated presence of gopher tortoises. A mitigation plan is currently being coordinated with USFWS for the safe relocation of gopher tortoises found on the site to a nearby sanctuary.
No. No historic structures, including buildings or cemeteries, have been recorded on the site, adjacent to the site, or within 0.5 miles of the project boundaries.
No. Floodplain and drainage studies are being conducted as part of project planning. 565 acres of developable ground, 88% of the property, is outside floodplain limits and has an elevation well above the flood elevation. The site access road from Highway 43 traverses a portion of the floodplain. The road will be designed and permitted with Mobile County, ALDOT, and FEMA to be above floodplain elevation.
Stormwater systems and drainage infrastructure will be designed to meet regulatory requirements and protect surrounding properties and waterways.
The initial construction cost is estimated to be $6 billion.
The Calvert Infrastructure Hub is expected to provide long-term economic benefits to Mobile County and the surrounding region.
In addition to tax revenue, potential benefits include:
The construction phase will create roughly 1,000 jobs in construction and supporting industries.
Once operational, the data center will have roughly 250 permanent jobs, with an average salary of $115,000. Operational jobs require diverse skill sets. Jobs include but are not limited to: Site and Facilities Managers, Server/HVAC/Facilities Technicians, and Security, as well as ancillary jobs like janitorial, landscaping, and more.
Yes. The project team has been working with and will continue to work with local contractors, suppliers, workforce programs, and regional businesses wherever practical throughout construction and operations.
Yes. In addition to Beacon's commitment to hiring local contractors and construction-related firms, project requirements for facility response times require most jobs to be located within the community.
Yes. As part of its commitment to community, Beacon has been and will continue to engage with the community on potential benefit programs or ways to support key initiatives.
The Calvert Technology Park is located near existing electrical infrastructure, which makes the site well-suited for this type of development. The project will pay for all energy and infrastructure needed to serve its operations, including any upgrades or extensions to connect the facility to the grid. These investments are funded by the project, not by local residents or existing utility customers.
Any new infrastructure will be built within existing utility easements. No new power lines will be routed through the surrounding community.
The project is designed to integrate with the existing electrical grid in the area. The project team is working with the local electric provider to ensure the facility is served reliably without disruption to the surrounding community.
The project is structured so that local residents' energy bills are not affected by this development. The project pays for the energy and infrastructure needed to serve its operations. This cost structure is part of the project's agreement and is subject to state regulatory oversight.
The project uses a closed-loop system, meaning the water used for cooling the processors is recycled within the data center. Evaporative cooling will not be used.
The project will use approximately 7,500 gallons of water and sewer per day, roughly comparable to a small office building with 250 employees.
No. South Alabama Utilities has confirmed availability of 7,500 gallons of water and sewer usage per day.
Beacon is coordinating with ALDOT and Mobile County on potential traffic to minimize impact to locals. Traffic levels are expected to increase during construction periods. To manage this:
Operational traffic after construction is expected to be significantly lower than construction activity levels.
No. This project does not have diesel power generators, which are the main driver of noise from other data centers. Worst-case calculations project noise at the property lines well below the allowable limit of 65 dB. The resulting levels are comparable to the noise of a household refrigerator or a quiet library.
In addition, the project design incorporates a minimum 1,000-foot setback from the property line and includes numerous buffers, further reducing noise levels for neighbors.
Yes. Data centers operate continuously to support critical digital services and infrastructure. It will be staffed 24/7.
No. Since the project is designed without backup diesel generators, there are no on-site emissions, no exhaust, and no engine noise.
The project is currently in the planning, engineering, and community engagement phase.
Ongoing activities include:
Community feedback is encouraged throughout the planning process. Public input can help inform:
Additional public engagement opportunities and updates are expected as the project progresses.
The Calvert Infrastructure Hub is intended to serve as long-term digital infrastructure investment for Mobile County and the Gulf Coast region.
The project team's approach is to:
Have additional questions? Email us at calvert@beacondatacenters.com
Beacon Data Centers
Mobile County, Alabama
Calvert Infrastructure Hub is a next-generation data center development planned in Calvert, Alabama. A 95 acre development out of a 650 acre lot between Highway 43 and Shepard House Road, the project represents a major long-term investment in the region, bringing high-quality jobs, infrastructure development, and new economic opportunity to the Gulf Coast while strengthening Alabama's role in the future of advanced technology infrastructure.
Calvert was selected for its rare combination of available land, energy, and workforce. This project is designed to use no more water than a small office building.
The site is in an industrial area. Its current use is managed timberland with substantial setbacks from the nearest residential areas. The site is made up of 650 acres, with less than 15% of the site planned for development. The vast majority of the property will remain undisturbed, preserving existing tree cover and natural buffers.
The campus is positioned within Alabama Power's transmission backbone. Alabama Power will service the site using high voltage power lines they already own. Alabama Power confirms that the energy this development needs already exists on their lines, and the project will pay for it. Alabama Power confirms that this project will not impact community energy bills. The site will pay for the power it needs directly to Alabama Power. The project will pay for any extensions of Alabama Power's transmission lines along existing rights-of-way. No new power lines will go through the community.
Beacon is engaged with ALDOT on design and permitting for a new primary site access from Highway 43, with secondary access from Shepard House Road. The cost of constructing a new access will be funded entirely by the project.
This development will employ up to 1,000 construction workers at peak construction, and 250 staff for operations. Operational jobs require diverse skill sets. Jobs include but are not limited to: Site and Facilities Managers, Server, HVAC, and Facilities Technicians, Security, Food Service, Janitorial, and many more roles.
The site will utilize a closed-loop water system. Evaporative cooling will not be used. South Alabama Utilities has confirmed availability of 7,500 gallons of public water usage and 7,500 gallons of sewer usage per day. This allocation is intended primarily for employee facilities, such as restrooms, sinks, etc., and is comparable to the water demand of a small office building with approximately 250 employees.
The project team is working with all relevant government authorities to minimize wetlands impact. A "waters of the U.S." delineation is underway to ensure the final site plan limits wetland disturbance. Through ongoing design refinement, Phase 1 wetland impact has been reduced to less than half an acre across a 650-acre parcel, roughly 0.0007% of the property.
565 acres of developable ground, 88% of the property, is outside floodplain limits and has an elevation above the flood elevation. The site access road from Highway 43 traverses a portion of the floodplain. The road will be designed and permitted with the County and FEMA to be above floodplain elevation.
The site is designed without backup diesel generators. As a result, there are no on-site emissions, smoke, or engine noise.
No historic resources (structures, buildings, cemeteries) have been recorded on the site, adjacent to the site, or within 0.5 miles of the project boundaries.
Project design incorporates a minimum 1,000-foot setback between critical equipment and site boundaries. Worst-case calculations predict noise at the property lines well below the allowable limit of 65 decibels. The resulting levels are comparable to the noise of a household refrigerator. Final equipment selection will ensure continued compliance.
650 acres of wooded property, with less than 15% of the site planned for development. The vast majority of the property will remain undisturbed, preserving existing tree cover and natural buffers. 565 acres of developable ground, 88% of the property, sit well above floodplain elevation. Primary access from Highway 43, with secondary access from Shepard House Road, an existing construction route.
Our permitting strategy is built on transparency and responsibility. We are working to meet or exceed all local, state, and federal regulations, and engaging early with agencies, utilities, and stakeholders. That means working closely with local leaders, state agencies, utility providers, and community members throughout the permitting process to make sure concerns are heard and requirements are met. We believe in being upfront, accessible, and respectful of the land, the people, and the surrounding area as development moves forward.
The campus is sited on less than 15% of the property, with substantial setbacks on all sides and natural buffers preserved across the remaining acreage.
Rendering 01, building perspective, main entrance
Rendering 02, building perspective, campus streetscape
Rendering 03, building perspective, aerial view
Rendering 04, building perspective, site entrance approach
This project is designed as a long-term economic asset for the region. Expected benefits include:
Specifically, the project is expected to support up to 1,000 construction jobs at peak and 250 permanent operating roles, with an average salary of $115,000.
The Calvert Infrastructure Hub is a proposed data center development in Calvert, Alabama, located in northern Mobile County. The campus is designed to support cloud computing, artificial intelligence, digital communications, and the infrastructure that powers modern online services.
The project is being designed as long-term infrastructure that combines energy, connectivity, and industrial development in one location to support reliable and scalable operations.
The proposed campus is located in Calvert, Alabama, between Highway 43 and Shepard House Road. The project is located in an industrial corridor and will be set back a minimum of 1,000 feet from the property line on all sides.
Plans include:
The site has been designed to consolidate infrastructure within a carefully planned industrial campus while maintaining setbacks, buffers, and environmental protections.
Data centers require a unique combination of land, infrastructure, energy access, and connectivity. Calvert was selected because it offers:
Taken together, these characteristics make Calvert well-suited for long-term digital infrastructure investment.
A range of technical studies and reviews are underway or completed to evaluate the site's suitability for development. These include:
Studies completed to date indicate the site is suitable for industrial and data center development with standard mitigation and permitting measures.
Yes. The project is being designed around existing environmental features where possible. Wetland areas, drainage corridors, and natural buffers are being incorporated into site planning and reviewed through applicable state and federal permitting processes.
Through ongoing design refinement, the project team has reduced potential Phase 1 wetland impact to less than half an acre across a 650-acre parcel, roughly 0.0007% of the property.
In addition, protected species surveys indicate no prevalence of protected species on the site. Completion of endangered species survey indicated presence of gopher tortoises. A mitigation plan is currently being coordinated with USFWS for the safe relocation of gopher tortoises found on the site to a nearby sanctuary.
No. No historic structures, including buildings or cemeteries, have been recorded on the site, adjacent to the site, or within 0.5 miles of the project boundaries.
No. Floodplain and drainage studies are being conducted as part of project planning. 565 acres of developable ground, 88% of the property, is outside floodplain limits and has an elevation well above the flood elevation. The site access road from Highway 43 traverses a portion of the floodplain. The road will be designed and permitted with Mobile County, ALDOT, and FEMA to be above floodplain elevation.
Stormwater systems and drainage infrastructure will be designed to meet regulatory requirements and protect surrounding properties and waterways.
The initial construction cost is estimated to be $6 billion.
The Calvert Infrastructure Hub is expected to provide long-term economic benefits to Mobile County and the surrounding region.
In addition to tax revenue, potential benefits include:
The construction phase will create roughly 1,000 jobs in construction and supporting industries.
Once operational, the data center will have roughly 250 permanent jobs, with an average salary of $115,000. Operational jobs require diverse skill sets. Jobs include but are not limited to: Site and Facilities Managers, Server/HVAC/Facilities Technicians, and Security, as well as ancillary jobs like janitorial, landscaping, and more.
Yes. The project team has been working with and will continue to work with local contractors, suppliers, workforce programs, and regional businesses wherever practical throughout construction and operations.
Yes. In addition to Beacon's commitment to hiring local contractors and construction-related firms, project requirements for facility response times require most jobs to be located within the community.
Yes. As part of its commitment to community, Beacon has been and will continue to engage with the community on potential benefit programs or ways to support key initiatives.
The Calvert Technology Park is located near existing electrical infrastructure, which makes the site well-suited for this type of development. The project will pay for all energy and infrastructure needed to serve its operations, including any upgrades or extensions to connect the facility to the grid. These investments are funded by the project, not by local residents or existing utility customers.
Any new infrastructure will be built within existing utility easements. No new power lines will be routed through the surrounding community.
The project is designed to integrate with the existing electrical grid in the area. The project team is working with the local electric provider to ensure the facility is served reliably without disruption to the surrounding community.
The project is structured so that local residents' energy bills are not affected by this development. The project pays for the energy and infrastructure needed to serve its operations. This cost structure is part of the project's agreement and is subject to state regulatory oversight.
The project uses a closed-loop system, meaning the water used for cooling the processors is recycled within the data center. Evaporative cooling will not be used.
The project will use approximately 7,500 gallons of water and sewer per day, roughly comparable to a small office building with 250 employees.
No. South Alabama Utilities has confirmed availability of 7,500 gallons of water and sewer usage per day.
Beacon is coordinating with ALDOT and Mobile County on potential traffic to minimize impact to locals. Traffic levels are expected to increase during construction periods. To manage this:
Operational traffic after construction is expected to be significantly lower than construction activity levels.
No. This project does not have diesel power generators, which are the main driver of noise from other data centers. Worst-case calculations project noise at the property lines well below the allowable limit of 65 dB. The resulting levels are comparable to the noise of a household refrigerator or a quiet library.
In addition, the project design incorporates a minimum 1,000-foot setback from the property line and includes numerous buffers, further reducing noise levels for neighbors.
Yes. Data centers operate continuously to support critical digital services and infrastructure. It will be staffed 24/7.
No. Since the project is designed without backup diesel generators, there are no on-site emissions, no exhaust, and no engine noise.
The project is currently in the planning, engineering, and community engagement phase.
Ongoing activities include:
Community feedback is encouraged throughout the planning process. Public input can help inform:
Additional public engagement opportunities and updates are expected as the project progresses.
The Calvert Infrastructure Hub is intended to serve as long-term digital infrastructure investment for Mobile County and the Gulf Coast region.
The project team's approach is to:
Have additional questions? Email us at calvert@beacondatacenters.com
