Microsoft: Inside the world's most powerful AI Data Center
Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin - Microsoft is introducing a new generation of AI-focused supercomputing datacenters around the world, including their Wisconsin Fairwater site, their largest and most sophisticated AI factory to date.
Being built by Walsh Construction, the new Fairwater AI Data Center is a remarkable feat of engineering that offers a unique, purpose-built facility for AI training and running large-scale artificial intelligence applications and models. The new data center includes three massive buildings that are a combined 1.2 million square feet that covers 315 acres of land. Construction of this center required nearly 47 miles of foundation piles, over 26 million pounds of structural steel, 120 miles of medium-voltage underground cabling and 72.6 miles of mechanical piping, a massive engineering achievement for crews.
Fairwater was designed to work as one massive AI supercomputer designed to deliver ten times the performance of the world’s fastest supercomputer today, enabling AI training and inference workloads at a level never seen. This data center will serve as Microsoft’s primary U.S. AI Datacenter, anchoring its global network of AI facilities.
Walsh Construction celebrates opening of new John Carroll University Athletic, Wellness & Event Center
University Heights, Ohio - Walsh Construction joined John Carroll University officials, students, alumni and Board of Trustees members to unveil the 125,000,000-square-foot Athletic, Wellness & Event (AWE) Center. The AWE Center will serve the entire campus community, including University athletics, University recreation and intramurals, as well as campus and community events at-large.
From a 200-meter indoor track, multipurpose courts, and training/recovery areas to an expansive lower level with a 180-person meeting room, locker rooms, a wrestling practice facility, academic labs, and a Sports Hall of Fame, the AWE Center integrates athletics, wellness, and learning under one roof.
DART announces grand opening of Silver Line on October 25
Dallas, Texas - Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has announced the grand opening of the Silver Line will occur on October 25, unveiling a transformative new regional rail connection for North Texas. Last month, the Archer Western-Herzog team achieved a major milestone in the final delivery as they set the final tie on the DART Silver Line.
Stretching 26 miles, the Silver Line will link Plano, Richardson, Dallas, Addison, Carrollton, Coppell, Grapevine and DFW International Airport, reshaping how residents travel for work, school and entertainment.
As the design-build contractor, Archer Western and Herzog are proud to have helped deliver state-of-the-art transit line and its 10 new stations that will strengthen the North Texas transportation network.
Walsh Construction installs bridge beams at I-69 Ohio River Crossing
Evansville, Indiana - Walsh Construction and Traylor Bros., Inc. are building three new concrete bridges: a 3,911-foot, 21-span floodplain bridge and two ramp bridges tying into I-69. All part of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing.
The beams for the ramp bridges are a mix of depths: 48 in., 60 in. and 72 in. Lengths vary from 125 ft to 163 ft. Prestressed concrete was chosen over steel for all of the beams during early planning, the longest beams measure 188-feet-long. In total, more than 80,000 linear feet of piling, about 15 miles, plus massive amounts of concrete and reinforcement are being installed to support the foundations.
“We have a four-beam girder line, cast in place, with a concrete deck. The beams themselves are precast, prestressed lightweight concrete. The beams are long and very complex. They are something that’s not often seen in Indiana or the Midwest.” - Vince Alley, Project Manager at Walsh Construction
East Interchange Builders tackling one of the nation's worst freight bottlenecks
DeKalb County, Georgia - Archer Western and E.R. Snell Contractor, Inc. are leading the vital $700 million reconstruction of the I-285 / I-20 East Interchange in DeKalb County, Georgia, noted as one of the nation’s worst bottlenecked areas. Working as East Interchange Builders, crews are delivering:
- New ramps & flyover bridges - direct alignments and wider lanes to improve safety and reduce weaving
- 18 additional lane miles - including auxiliary lanes and collector-distributor lanes to smooth traffic flow
- Noise mitigation - 16 walls covering 800,000-sq-ft to protect surrounding neighborhoods
The improvements will significantly ease traffic congestion through the interchange that resides between Georgia’s two largest cities, Atlanta and Augusta, and feeds into the east side of Atlanta.
“The design-build method allows the schedule to be feasibly managed, because we can work on elements while teams are designing the rest of the project. The approach is unique to GDOT and is working out well for both of us.” - Greg Munna, Senior Project Manager at Archer Western
USACE leaders visit San Diego VA Medical Center to rally final push on Spinal Cord Injury / Community Living Center facility
San Diego, California - Senior leaders from the US Army Corps of Engineers and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs tour the Spinal Cord Injury/Community Living Center at the Jennifer Moreno VA Medical Center in San Diego, rallying the final push on the project as it moves toward completion.
Being built by Archer Western, the 197,000-square-foot, six-level facility will provide specialized care for veterans and active-duty personnel with spinal cord injuries and disorders, serving those who live in the San Diego and Imperial counties in California, and in Arizona and southern Nevada. The project also includes a new seven-level parking structure with more than 900 spaces, already open to patients and visitors.
Archer Western powers ahead on I-26 / I-95 Interchange
Orangeburg County, South Carolina - Archer Western crews are hard at work transforming South Carolina’s I-26 / I-95 Interchange. Currently, reinforced concrete piers are being installed to support future flyover ramps and bridges, and crews are constructing a new I-95 bridge over I-26; key steps in rebuilding this critical interchange.
Located along the border of Orangeburg and Dorchester counties, this project will replace outdated bridges, realign ramps, and improve traffic flow to enhance safety and reduce congestion. The new interchange will provide smoother, safer, and more efficient connections for drivers traveling across the region. Completion is anticipated for late 2027.
Transforming Hutto’s Future: Archer Western Expands South Wastewater Treatment Plant
Hutto, Texas - Archer Western continues to advance on the expansion of the City of Hutto’s South Wastewater Treatment Plant, a transformative investment in sustainable infrastructure that will support the community’s rapid growth. The project will more than double treatment capacity to 6 million gallons per day, introduce advanced A2 nutrient-removal technology, and achieve Type 1 reuse standards, which will enable treated water to be repurposed for irrigation, fire protection, and other non-potable uses.
Construction includes a wide range of major improvements, from yard piping and odor control systems to new primary clarifiers, tertiary filters, and a chemical feed facility. This $180 million investment reflects Hutto’s dedication to environmental stewardship and long-term resiliency.
Exclusive look at Northwestern University's new Ryan Field
Evanston, Illinois - The new Ryan Field at Northwestern University is progressing quickly, with the stadium’s shell now complete following the full demolition and rebuild of the old structure. Pat Ryan Jr., CEO of Ryan Sports Development, shared with ABC7 Chicago an exclusive look at the construction, highlighting the 25-degree rotation that makes room for expansive corner plazas designed for year-round community events, all while delivering a more intimate 35,000-seat experience.
Deanna Goodman joins The Little Hammers Podcast
West Lafayette, Indiana - Listen and watch as Senior Project Manager Deanna Goodman joins The Little Hammers Podcast at Purdue University.
Deanna reflects on her 20-year journey in healthcare construction, from intern to leader, sharing lessons on adaptability, mentorship, and building resilient teams. She also talks about the impact of her Purdue network, the evolution of project management tools, and her people-first approach to engineering and problem-solving.
Archer Western’s Charity Golf Outing raising support for Metro Atlanta nonprofits
Atlanta, Georgia – Archer Western is hosting its 22nd annual Charity Golf Tournament to help support local charities and nonprofit organizations across Metro Atlanta. Over the past two decades, Archer Western has raised and donated nearly $1,600,000 to numerous notable organizations with the help from over 200 supporting companies. This year, Archer Western is proud to support Chase the Victory, Frontline Response, HOPE Atlanta, House Proud Atlanta, KiDsGyM USA, Life Beyond Water and Next Level Boys Academy & Empowerment Center.