AI data center boom could be bad news for other infrastructure projects

📅 Last updated: December 27, 2025

Infrastructure Under Pressure

Improvements to roads, bridges, and other infrastructure could take a hit as data center construction accelerates.

Key Concerns

The rapid growth in building data centers diverts critical resources and attention, potentially straining public utility systems and transportation networks.

• Competing priorities for construction materials and labor.
• Increased demand on local power grids and water supplies.
• Heavier traffic and wear on roads from construction and operation.

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