Leading the Way in AI Infrastructure
The Richland Parish Data Center in Louisiana marks a new chapter for the local community, bringing transformative investment and opportunity to the region. This custom-designed, 4 million-square-foot campus will be one of the largest data centers in the United States, supporting the next generation of artificial intelligence and digital services.
This project will create hundreds of operational jobs and drive millions of dollars in local infrastructure improvements. These efforts will help boost the local economy, create new career pathways, and support families throughout Richland Parish.
The owner of the data center is committed to building with sustainability in mind. By adding clean and renewable energy to the project, this new data center will support environmental goals and bring power to the community.
Water stewardship is another key priority. The data center is designed to use less water than the site does today, with a goal of restoring more water than it consumes. The owner is partnering on local restoration projects to improve water quality and investing in community organizations to address shared water challenges in the Mississippi River basin.
“It’s an honor to be part of one of the largest AI data center builds in the United States and perhaps the world! Our team is dedicated to delivering outstanding results and helping shape a more connected future. We’re also excited to support and engage with the communities surrounding this project,” stated Paul Kitching, Mortenson’s Data Center Solutions Vice President and Campus Director.
Mortenson’s scope of work includes:
- Site preparation and grading
- Underground utilities
- Medium voltage distribution and substations for onsite power
- Onsite water treatment facility
- Offsite wastewater treatment facility
- Administration and IBOS buildings, as well as guard houses
- Outside plant fiber distribution
The Richland Parish Data Center is more than just a facility—it’s a catalyst for growth, sustainability, and opportunity for the entire community.