Google plans to invest $880 million in a new data center at its Midlothian campus, south of Dallas. According to filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the company will construct a one-story facility called Sharka Data Center – Building 5 at 3800 Railport Parkway. The project will include core infrastructure, shell, interior finishes, and site improvements. Construction is expected to start in January and finish by February 2027.
Midlothian Mayor Justin Coffman highlighted Google’s contributions to local water conservation efforts, job creation, and economic growth. Google first established its presence in Midlothian in 2019 through its Alamo Mission shell company by purchasing 375 acres in Ellis County. The company later acquired another 165 acres for future development. In 2023, Google announced plans for an additional data center on 165 acres in nearby Red Oak.
The area south of Dallas has attracted interest from several data center developers due to the presence of two major power lines. Companies such as Compass Datacenters and DataBank have invested in the region. Entrepreneur Ross Perot Jr. has stated that Texas is well-suited for data centers because of their high energy needs.
This expansion aligns with Google’s broader strategy in Texas. The company has committed to investing $40 billion statewide through 2027, which includes projects not only in Midlothian and Red Oak but also three more planned data centers in West Texas and the Panhandle.
The increase in data center construction is driven by growing demand for artificial intelligence and cloud computing services. Industry analysis indicates that data centers accounted for a significant share—21 percent—of new demand for warehouse and distribution properties in Dallas-Fort Worth during 2025. Market research further suggests that the region’s total data center capacity could more than double by late 2026, with over 605 megawatts currently under construction.
“Google’s investment reflects both confidence in North Texas as a technology hub and ongoing trends toward digital infrastructure growth,” said a representative familiar with the project.
