An 1,100-acre ‘megasite’ in Peach County will bring businesses and jobs, Gov. Brian Kemp says
The state of Georgia and Peach County’s development authority have purchased more than 1,100 acres in Middle Georgia for economic development, which Gov. Brian Kemp termed a “megasite” in a Thursday afternoon announcement.
The land will be developed to encourage businesses to build in Peach County.
“It is very encouraging to see a new, fully prepared megasite that will create more high-quality jobs for hardworking Georgians in rural parts of the state,” Kemp said. “Georgia’s superior infrastructure — including our robust highway system, rail lines, record-setting port, and top-ranked airport — continues to make doing business in the Peach State a competitive choice for companies around the world.
The site is located next to GA Highway 96 and near I-75 to grant access to nearby metro areas, as well as 90 minutes south of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. It is also located fewer than three hours from the Port of Savannah and features rail service provided by Norfolk Southern, according to the press release.
“The Middle Georgia Megasite is an excellent example of investing in the future and long-term health of a community,” said Georgia Department of Economic Development Commissioner Pat Wilson. “This joint effort will create opportunities for the entire region, and the projects attracted to megasites create a ripple effect of growth that crosses county lines.
The site was purchased with money from the sale of the Chatham County Economic Development Site, which was purchased by Amazon in 2021.