Tract, a developer specializing in large-scale, master-planned data center campuses, has officially acquired a 1,515-acre land parcel in Caldwell County, Texas. The site, strategically located between the fast-growing cities of Austin and San Antonio, is set to become a mega-campus designed to support the increasing demand for data infrastructure, artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing.
The acquisition follows an 18-month collaboration with state agencies, local communities, and utility providers. Tract has already executed a Facility Design Agreement with Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, securing critical long-lead equipment and targeting energization of the first 360 megawatts (MW) of capacity by 2028.
“Texas is where the future of innovation is building, including in advanced technologies,” said Governor Greg Abbott in a statement. “This new data center development in San Marcos will create good-paying jobs, bolster the state’s power grid, and enhance our technology infrastructure.”
According to Tract CEO Grant van Rooyen, the Caldwell County site is ideally situated for public cloud infrastructure, AI training, and inferencing applications. “This megasite is unique because it intersects key elements—transmission infrastructure, natural gas pipelines, and long-haul fiber connectivity,” van Rooyen said. “Equally important is the availability of a skilled workforce that can support thousands of construction and operations jobs.”
Caldwell County Judge Hoppy Haden highlighted Tract’s commitment to community integration, citing the developer’s partnership with the County and State to invest in expanding FM2720, a vital transportation corridor. “Transportation is a key priority for our residents, and Tract’s willingness to invest shows they are committed to the future of Caldwell County,” Haden said.
In nearby Uhland, Mayor Lacee Duke welcomed the development, emphasizing the project’s local economic impact. “We worked hard to ensure that Tract’s development will bring jobs and investment that will benefit all Uhland residents,” she said.
The Caldwell County site is the latest addition to Tract’s growing national portfolio, which includes over 25,000 acres under control and more than 25 gigawatts of planned capacity. Other sites include developments in Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and Virginia—each exceeding 1,000 acres and 1GW of potential capacity.
Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Tract aims to accelerate responsible digital infrastructure by partnering with hyperscalers, energy providers, and local communities to streamline development cycles and support long-term regional planning.
With this latest expansion into Caldwell County, Tract is not only setting the stage for high-tech growth in Central Texas but also reinforcing Texas's position as a national leader in innovation and digital infrastructure.