Proposed
Microsoft Granger data center
Microsoft bought about 930 acres of farmland in Granger to build a data center. The project was delayed by a debate over who would provide water and sewer. In March 2026 the county approved an early planning deal; residents raised worries about flooding, noise and generators.
Where things stand: Microsoft owns the land. In March 2026 the county approved an early planning deal (MOU). Construction was expected to start in fall 2026.
🕒 Latest update (March 17, 2026): The St. Joseph County Redevelopment Commission approved an early planning agreement (MOU) with Microsoft and Mishawaka.
What we know
- 📍 WhereFarmland near Cleveland Road in Granger, St. Joseph County
- 🏢 CompanyMicrosoft
- 🏛️ Owned byMicrosoft
- 👤 Built forMicrosoft
- 🌳 Size930 acres
- 💧 WaterCity of Mishawaka (water and sewer), per local reports
❓ Still unanswered
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- How many buildings and megawatts will the Granger campus have? 🙋 I'll find out
- How much water will it use per day? 🙋 I'll find out
- How many diesel generators will be on site? 🙋 I'll find out
- Which township is the site in? 🙋 I'll find out
What happened so far
- June 2024Microsoft bought nearly 930 acres of farmland in Granger for $77.5 million.
- March 17, 2026The St. Joseph County Redevelopment Commission approved an early planning agreement (MOU) with Microsoft and Mishawaka.
🛰️ See it from above
An aerial photo of the area.
Photos: USGS The National Map.
Where this comes from
- Plans progressing for Microsoft's northern Indiana data centers · Inside Indiana Business · 2025
- Microsoft data center MOU approved in St. Joseph County amid resident concerns · WNDU · March 17, 2026
- Michiana Data Center Roundup · ABC57 · May 20, 2026
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