Infrastructure

Highways and Interstates

Direct access to major highways, including US Highway 82 (limited-access, divided, interstate-grade highway) and US Highway 45.

Via these highways, the Golden Triangle is in proximity to I-55, I-22, and I-20/I-59. These routes provide quick and efficient road transport throughout the Southeast and beyond.

Port Access to Tenn-Tom Waterway

The 234-mile Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway delivers a low-cost, reliable option for moving raw materials, bulk goods, and finished products. Recognized as a national marine highway, it connects the region to 4,500 miles of inland waterways across 23 central U.S. states to the Gulf of Mexico.

The Lowndes County Port, located in Columbus, Mississippi, is served by US Highway 82 and US 45. It has direct access to the Class 1 Kansas City Southern rail line. The port includes the following services:

• Warehousing (68,000 sq. ft.)
• Marshalling yard (250-bay, 219,760 sq. ft. paved container truck yard)
• Mooring assistance
• Barge towing
• Drayage
• Barge fleeting
• Stevedoring, hopper and conveyor cargo service
• Barge cleaning and repair
• Certified 70-ft. truck scales/rail scales
• Trackmobile / 30-ton forklift/front loaders

The Raymond D. Lucas Memorial Port, located in West Point, Mississippi, provides general transfer of general cargo, coal, large fabricated equipment, salt, lime, crushed stone, fertilizer, soybeans, corn, and wheat. The port offers the following services:

• Barge loading and unloading
• General freight transfer
• Mooring assistance
• Truck scales
• Stevedoring
• Drayage
• Storage
• Towing

Rail Transportation

The Golden Triangle boasts a robust railway network, providing seamless freight transportation options for businesses. With connections to major rail lines, the region offers reliable and cost-effective shipping solutions, ensuring the timely delivery of goods to and from the area.

Golden Triangle Railroad (GTRA)

Operates 10 miles of track in the area and handles commodities like wood pulp, corn starch, and chemicals. It connects with CPKC at Columbus and also uses trackage rights to access BNSF and NS lines via the Alabama Gulf Coast Railroad. See maps and more info.

Marshalling Yard in West Point

A yard in West Point provides rail access that connects to the BNSF, CSX, Norfolk Southern, and Union Pacific networks. All major industrial areas are connected to the main arteries by rail spurs.

Robust Utility Infrastructure to Power Your Business

The Golden Triangle region boasts a comprehensive utility infrastructure designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses. From reliable power and natural gas to abundant water and advanced fiber-optic connectivity, our utilities ensure that your business operations run efficiently and without interruption.

Electric Power

The Golden Triangle is served by multiple electricity providers, with power generation by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). These providers ensure a reliable, abundant power supply, offer competitive rates, and are committed to sustainability.  The region is also a major producer of solar energy, contributing to a greener, more sustainable energy future.

• Tennessee Valley Authority
• 4-County Electric Power Association
• Columbus Light & Water
• Starkville Utilities
• West Point Light & Water

Natural Gas

The Golden Triangle region is well-equipped with natural gas infrastructure, ensuring a reliable and efficient supply for businesses.  Atmos Energy offers extensive pipeline networks with affordable, reliable, and efficient access to natural gas.  

Water Supply

Our water infrastructure is designed to meet the needs of both residential and industrial users, ensuring a reliable and high-quality water supply. State-of-the-art water treatment facilities ensure that the water supply meets all safety and quality standards, with ample capacity to support future growth.

Wastewater Capacity

The Golden Triangle region is equipped with advanced wastewater treatment facilities that ensure environmental compliance and efficient wastewater management. These facilities are designed to support the needs of both small and large-scale industrial operations. Our wastewater treatment facilities have the capacity to handle significant volumes of wastewater, ensuring that industrial processes run smoothly and sustainably.

Advanced Fiber-Optic Network

Multiple service providers ensure an advanced fiber-optic network across the Golden Triangle, providing homes and businesses with high-speed internet and reliable connectivity. This modern infrastructure supports the digital needs of today’s businesses, ensuring fast and secure data transmission.

• C-Spire
• FASTnet – Powered by 4-County
• AT&T