Building a Community Inside Samsung’s Taylor Campus

From a distance, the Samsung Austin Semiconductor campus is a new landmark on the southeast Williamson County horizon. As you drive along Farm to Market 973, the 1,200-acre campus comes into view – marked by three flags catching the wind. Inside the gates is a bustling center of activity.

And if you look deeper, you’ll find something more than an advanced semiconductor manufacturing site. You’ll find a community. From on-site clinics and cafeterias to local partnerships and volunteer programs, Samsung Austin Semiconductor is building a place where people can grow. For Samsung Austin Semiconductor, "infrastructure" isn't just about power and water—it's about the connections the company is making with its neighbors, the students it mentors and the future it is building together, right here in Taylor.

With an initial minimum investment of $17 billion, Fab 1 is on track to be operational by the end of 2026.

To support a campus of this scale, Samsung Austin Semiconductor collaborates with public and private stakeholders such as Texas Department of Transportation, Williamson County and City of Taylor to improve road access, utility coordination and overall site infrastructure.

Transportation improvements

As east Williamson County experiences growth, infrastructure improvements are essential for public safety. By adding new route options and reducing congestion, local and state projects ensure the area can sustain its growth while keeping drivers safe. Samsung Austin Semiconductor works with local and state agencies to address road improvements and safety around its Taylor campus.

Since 2021, transportation infrastructure in the area has seen significant upgrades thanks in part to Williamson County’s long-range transportation plans. One of the biggest milestones was the completion of Samsung Highway, a four-lane road that provides a west-to-east connector from Farm to Market 3349 to Farm to Market 973, in 2024. Samsung Highway is part of Williamson County’s Southwest Taylor Improvements, which is intended to plan for current and future growth by maintaining a high level of safety, mobility and quality of life for residents and communities.

For the past several years, additional direct improvement to transportation occurred around the site including the widening of CR 401 with a signal intersection at US 79 to the north, widening of CR 404 with a signal intersection at FM 973 to the east and widening of FM 973 to accommodate increased traffic flow to the site with dedicated turn lanes.

In fall 2026, East Wilco Highway Segment 2 opened, allowing drivers to travel from SH 130 in Hutto to Samsung Highway. Adding to this momentum, in October 2026, Williamson County and U.S. Congressman Pete Sessions announced $7 million in federal funding↗ for Corridor A2, a planned extension of Samsung Highway from FM 973 to State Highway 95, providing vital access to the area southeast of Samsung Austin Semiconductor’s Taylor campus.

The successful completion and funding of these projects are the result of a coordinated effort between the Texas Department of Transportation, Williamson County, City of Taylor and federal partners.

Responsible water use

Samsung Austin Semiconductor recognizes that the solution to global water challenges requires responsible water management by corporate users; and it is committed to minimizing its impact and striving for a sustainable future.

At the Taylor campus, water for production is sourced through the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer and processed by a third-party vendor in Milam County. Water for the office building is provided by the City of Taylor.

There is a 26-acre site dedicated to wastewater treatment and water recycling. The water recycling facility can treat 10 million gallons per day and can recycle 8.5 million gallons per day. The volume of water that is recycled allows the site to be a net positive water user.

Net positive water impact means returning more clean water back into the local watershed than what is being used. Samsung Austin Semiconductor aims to achieve Net Positive Water Impact for both Austin and Taylor sites by the end of 2031.

Energy resources

At the Taylor campus, Samsung Austin Semiconductor works with Oncor to secure a reliable electrical supply. Samsung Austin Semiconductor owns and operates the 20-acre on-site substation with fully redundant 138kV power.

Atop the parking garage and covered parking lots, there are 3,600 solar panels that generate energy for the Taylor office building.

A foundation for the future

Advanced semiconductor manufacturing requires more than just the most advanced technology, it requires a commitment to the communities that support it. By prioritizing the strategic use of resources and long-term transportation needs, Samsung Austin Semiconductor is helping build a more resilient and forward-looking region.