Microsoft is building a datacenter on Jacksonville Avenue in Manassas, Virginia .   Why datacenters are needed Datacenters provide the physical infrastructure for the technology we depend on at work and in our personal lives. Whenever you open an app on your phone, join a virtual classroom or meeting, snap and save photos, or play a game with your friends online, you are using a datacenter. Local businesses, government, hospitals, and schools rely on datacenters every day to deliver goods and services to you.

September 2024 – Construction updates In September 2024, Lemartec began rock removal as part of the preparation work on Jacksonville Avenue in Manassas. Earthworks include excavating and crushing rock. We anticipate completion by early 2025.

We appreciate your patience as Lemartec crews work to safely construct this new datacenter.

January 12, 2024 – Site preparation update In January 2024, Microsoft’s general contractor, Lemartec, began site preparation work on Jacksonville Avenue in Manassas. Lemartec is permitted by Prince William County to work between 6 am and 10 pm Monday through Friday and between 9 am and 10 pm on Saturdays, Sundays and some holidays. We anticipate this phase to be completed mid-2024.

We appreciate your patience as Lemartec crews work to safely construct this new datacenter.

Staying connected

• For more information about Microsoft’s work in Northern Virginia, visit the Microsoft in your Community, Northern Virginia page. https://local.microsoft.com/communities/americas/northern-virginia/
• For construction related issues, please contact Lemartec’s project manager, David Duret dduret@lemartec.com or 786-580-8428 for emergencies.
• For PR-related questions, email rapidresponse@we-worldwide.com
• If you have any additional questions, please contact Microsoft Community Engagement: CQ-NVA-Datacenters@microsoft.com or leave a voicemail at 703-657-1760.